Paint bucket full of money!

I feel like I can finally take a full, deep breath. My wonderful mum came by this morning – an absolute angel, as always. She dropped off the most incredible care package for me and my boy. To open the cupboards and see them full, to look in the fridge and see it stocked... it’s a weight off my shoulders I didn't even realise I was carrying so heavily. It’s a relief that will see us through the next few weeks.

And speaking of my boy, my heart is just bursting with pride. He’s been so busy helping out the neighbours and has earned himself around $215! Of course, his good deeds came with a bit of a mishap today. He came home absolutely covered, head to toe, in pink and red paint! It turns out he was helping paint a new children's room and, in his excitement, didn't think to mention it. I couldn’t even be mad, just looking at him standing there, so proud and so… colourful.

His clothes were a lost cause, so a trip to the thrift store was in order. We found some things that fit, and while he might look a little dorky, he has the biggest, happiest smile on his face. That's all that matters to me.

The best moment of the day, though, was when he got home and opened the fridge. His eyes went wide… the pure shock and delight seeing it so full was just priceless. He didn't know where to start! I had to gently remind my sweet, hungry boy that this feast has to last us the whole month, and he couldn't just "dig in" to everything at once. So, what does he choose from all the options? He carefully takes a small handful of strawberries and some cheese. Such a funny combination, isn't it?

But seeing him sitting there, content with his strange little snack, just made my heart swell. My heart feels as full as our cupboards tonight.

He's happy, and I'm happy. Thank goodness for parents and their endless love.