You decide

If you were to look at this photo, would you think Ryley was sick?

No.
I didn't think so either.

I let Ryley stay home from school today. He just cried the whole time I was getting him dressed and I just knew he didn't want to go to school.
I don't know why.
I think he is just really exhausted and needed some time at home.
This picture was taken up at the Kricaks house. Makala had just driven Braeden down to see the cows and the calves. Ryley didn't want to ride in it, he wanted to walk. So he followed it all the way down and back without stopping at all!!! The kids had a ball.
I think all that laughter is exactly what Ryley needed!

Comments

  1. AlisonMarch 19, 2010 at 9:43 PM

    Looks like so much more fun than being at school! I'd chuck a sickie for that too.

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  2. Susan, Mum to MollyMarch 19, 2010 at 10:31 PM

    Go with your gut everytime - you know him best.

    Well done wondermum.!

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  3. KristyMarch 20, 2010 at 7:37 AM

    Playing with friends is a lot more fun than going to school. Ryley looks so happy.

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  4. BarbaraMarch 20, 2010 at 3:53 PM

    Haha. Ryley knows when he needs time out for R&R! Wise decision Anna.

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