Henry's Red Sweater Hat

We had a warm streak a couple of weeks ago (of course today it was a high of 48- so it didn't stick, unfortunately) and Henry has just decided that he now loves winter hats. Every time we are in the car he insists on wearing his knit red sweater hat, complete with fluffy ball on the top and ear flaps. Two weeks ago, we had a fluke hot day and it was close to 80 degrees. I tried to talk him out of wearing the red sweater cap, but he cried every time I removed it, and I know you other parents will agree, you have to pick your battles. I had the windows down, enjoying the day and we hit a traffic jam due to construction on some side city streets. We were stopped next to some construction fencing and pulled up next to 2 police officers. One leaned in and said "what's with the hat"? Henry tapped his head proudly and said "RED HAT" with a huge grin. I couldn't contain my laughter-- Henry was sweating profusely, was red faced and looked like a complete nerd. He just needed some head gear to really top of the picture of some geeky outcast. I told the officer that I try to get him to take it off but what can you do? He said "OK, buddy- stay cool" and shrugged. It was really hilarious.