Thursday night we went to a going away dinner for a friend of mine that is moving to California. Adam was the only kid there and I was a little worried about how he’d behave himself. I ended up worrying for nothing. He was awesome. He played quietly, sat nicely in his high chair, and ate his dinner (well most of it) like a pro (he did end up with some applesauce in his hair). I think it helped that I brought my newest craft project to entertain him with.

I had gotten the pattern for this about a month ago and finally made myself give it a try this week. I used some leftover dinosaur fabric. I think it came from a quilt my mom made years ago and it was perfect for this project. I really am trying to get better about searching through the fabric and supplies I already have before going out and buying more – which I know will make Dave happy.

I resized some coloring pages I found online to stick in the middle pocket. The notebook on the right is 4×6 inches – just to give you an idea of the overall size. It easily fit in my purse and I’m not kidding when I say it kept him busy the whole time we were at dinner. I did put it away while he ate, but as soon as he was done he asked for it back.

And while we’re on the topic of things that fit in my purse, let me give you the run down there. When we are out and about I normally have my wallet, keys, cell phone, a pen, and a small coupon/gift card holder. That’s my stuff.

I also have the crayon wallet, the car playmat I made him (filled with 6 cars), two diapers, a travel size container of baby wipes, a snack of some sort (normally dry cereal), a sippy cup, a small Superman action figure (that’s important to differentiate, it is an “action figure” – not a doll), and a Blue’s Clues book.

The little man does not travel lightly.