I Read For Happy Meals ONLY!

So, everyone once in awhile, 

you're kids say something and 

you really get a peek into what's really going on in there.

When Ava completed her reading log for school and earned a meal at the Spagetti Factory, she was thrilled.  She patiently kept reminding me what a wonderful idea it would be to eat there, and so, after some time, we made plans to...

"go out"!

The menu comes and everyone's happy, 

except Ava soon starts to frown.

I say, 

"Ava, do you want Spaghetti & Meatballs 

or the Spaghetti with Marinara Sauce?"

{We don't do the chicken nuggets or grilled cheese options 

which I could easily make at home while standing on my head, 

blowing my nose, and

singing a sea shanty-

and for FREE, mind you!}

Ava replies,

"I don't want Spaghetti.  

I wanted a Happy Meal.  

Where's the Happy Meal?"

Well, after informing us that she reads for Happy Meals only,
a little heart-to-heart rectified the misunderstanding,
and she chose the  
MEATBALL!

Gabriel positively gobbled the noodles and french bread...

...and we enjoyed some great family time!

Yes, 

it's possible to find happiness even 

WITHOUT 

McDonald's!