The Weekend Treat

The Weekend Treat

A Reason to Relax

Mom and I are going to the Seaside Inn!Dad wanted Mom to take time off to relax.In fact, he insisted because she had taken care of Granddad Taylor while he was ill.He had been ill for many weeks.Dad felt sympathy for Mom."You deserve a rest," he said."I will take over for the weekend."

Dad showed Mom an ad for the Seaside Inn.It was just a single bus ride from our home.

Mom had doubts that this was a good time for her to go.But Dad came up with reasons why she should. I eagerly helped.

Dad said, "If we had hired a full-time nurse for Granddad,it would have cost much more than the weekend trip.Even if you go with Kelly, we will still have saved money."Mom thought about Dad's logic.How could spending money on a trip save money?

Dad explained that we had an even better reason.He said, "This is a special occasion.It's your birthday this weekend!"Mom agreed it was a great gift.

I couldn't wait to go on the trip with Mom.I was eager to see what I could buy at the beach shops with my baby-sitting money.

When the bus reached Port Brady, I saw motorbikes for rent."Mom, this is perfect for us!A bike will make our trip twice as much fun."

"Renting a bike will cost us extra," Mom said.

"But we won't ever have to rent a car while we're here," I said."And we can get to more activities during our short stay."Both were good reasons, I thought. Mom agreed!

Our first sight of the town and the inn was from our motorbike.The town was so white that it gleamed.I thought it was perfect.

But when we got to our room, I was dismayed.I didn't think cozy would mean "teeny!"Then Mom went to our window."The Inn really is charming.And we do have a splendid view."

I had to admit that she was right."We'll be in the room only to sleep," I added.

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