We returned home from dinner Sunday night to see cars in the driveway next door. The house has been empty about 6 mo. now. The kids had ice cream cones, and I being the neurotic clean freak that I am insisted that they finish them in the backyard. I went out with them and noticed people BBQing next door! Joy! we have new neighbors! The boys were instantly as excited as I ... there was a little boy hootin & hollerin running around the yard

Now to understand what a wonderful thing this is, you must first understand that they have never gone to daycare or preschool, and that I do not drive. Therefore, we are always alone in the house together never having any contact with any other kids. They desperately need a friend.

So of course my curious outgoing lil Tommy went straight over to that fence and yelled "hey lil boy, what's your name? Wanna play with me?" That's my boy lol. After playing through the fence for a few minutes the father asked if it was ok for Ryan to come over to our side and play. Of course I said yes! They played very well together for over an hour and I am so happy at the prospect of many more play dates. I have been feeling so guilty about their lack of interaction with other kids, this is a blessing for us.

The only drawback is, Tommy & Gabe have always only had each other to play with, and are now bickering with one another as to who gets Ryan's attention. This boy is exactly the same age as Gabe, but Tommy is so social compared to Gabe's introverted personality that it is natural that Ryan would be drawn to Tommy. Gabe is feeling very left out. Although, Ryan did make the effort to play with Gabe as well, Gabe is just not used to having to share his brother. I imagine that it will all work itself out. I hope so at least.

All in all it was a wonderful way to end the day!