Riding Along in My Automobile

On my last trip to Louisiana, I caught up with an old friend who is all grown up and married with kids of her own. Courtney and I met in junior high when we were on the same softball team. I was the pitcher, and she played catcher. Oh, you didn't know I played softball. Well, it was a long time ago, back when I tied the sleeves of my team t-shirt up with grosgrain ribbon that matched the one in my hair, and I was awful. Anyway, despite my lack of softball athleticism, Courtney and I became best friends. We lost touch after high school, and thanks to Facebook, we have since reconnected.

So, on my last trip to Louisiana, we got together. She has a cute little girl named Riley and an almost brand new little guy named Mark. Noah loved hanging out with his new friends, and we left our playdate with a major case of backyard envy.

Momma, this is awesome! Look at all this grass?

Hey Riley, can I go for a ride in your car?

Only if I can drive. Let's roll!

Hold on Noah. You are in for a bumpy ride.