Milestone for Rachel!

Drew took the day off today because Rachel's preschool was closed. (I'm busy and stressed out with last-minute trip preparations, so I went to work).

Drew reports that they had a great day at the Children's Museum, meeting Rachel's friend Sadie and Sadie's dad, Joe.

While at the museum, Rachel did her own face painting, which was incredible enough, but later on SHE USED THE BATHROOM ALL BY HERSELF! even after Drew offered to take her into the men's room.

When I exclaimed over this at dinner, I told Rachel, "So the next time you have to go to the bathroom, you don't want me to come with you?"

"No," Rachel replied. "You'll just have to stay outside and take care of your own business!"

Drew and I cracked up. I admit I'm going to miss the comity we had in the bathroom, swapping holiday party ideas and observations about life while she sat on the toilet and I stood guard. But on the other hand, it's a great relief to know she can take care of herself in situations like that.