“Today, my daughter Salish attempts to survive 24 hours on vacation all by herself. Wow, yeah, let’s go!” I exclaimed, filled with a mix of excitement and apprehension. Could she really do it? Did she rent a golf cart? Oh, she has no idea that I’ll be watching her the entire time.
As I caught sight of her, a fleeting moment of panic hit me. “Is she getting an actual tattoo?” I thought. Salish had boldly declared her desire to plan our holiday vacation this year, insisting, “I make the best plans!” But before she takes the reins, I needed her to prove herself with this solo adventure.
The Challenge Begins
Salish was confident. “That’s easy! I’m great at being alone,” she boasted. Yet, I couldn’t help but tease, “You won’t last an hour; you don’t like being alone!” Her quick retort was, “Wait, can I have your card?” And just like that, the challenge was on. Colin was supposed to accompany her, but she insisted, “I’m going by myself. No, Colin, no!”
Operation: Undercover Dad
As Salish’s journey began, I had my own plan. I was going to monitor her through a camera the whole time. But, surprise! There was no camera to monitor. My heart raced as I realized, “We gotta follow her!”
Once we decided to make this video, there was only one place I wanted to go: Catalina Island. It’s packed with fun activities like restaurants and more. It was the perfect backdrop for Salish’s challenge.
The VIP Experience
Salish, being the adventurous spirit she is, decided to use my card to buy VIP tickets. “Why did you need a VIP pass, Say? You couldn’t just sit in the normal seats?” I wondered aloud, watching her every move. She knew I could track my credit card, and she was clearly doing this to drive me crazy.
Disguises and Deception
Determined to keep a close eye on her, I contacted Nikki, our trusty makeup artist. “Hey Nikki, I’ve got a crazy question for you. Remember those prosthetics we tried a few weeks ago? Do you still have them?” I asked, hoping for a miracle. “I do! I have them with me actually,” she replied. And just like that, the plan was set in motion.
With my disguise in place, I was ready to embark on this mission. “From behind my head, you can’t tell it’s me,” I reassured myself, feeling like a character in a spy movie. Salish had no idea I was right there, lurking in the shadows.
The Ultimate Test
As the day unfolded, Salish was living her best life. She rented a cabana, indulged in snacks, and even considered getting a tattoo. Meanwhile, I was caught between wanting to join her and staying hidden to ensure she didn’t cancel our much-anticipated family vacation.
“Dad, please never get a beard,” Salish joked, unknowingly teasing me as I tried to blend in. The temptation to reveal myself was strong, but I knew I had to stay the course.
The Great Candy Heist
In a hilarious turn of events, Salish pretended to steal candy, making me question everything. “Is she messing with me because she knows it’s me?” I pondered, feeling like I was in a comedy sketch. But when she paid for the candy, I realized it was all part of her plan to rattle me.
The Final Showdown
Just when I thought I had seen it all, Salish walked into a tattoo shop. “She’s getting an actual tattoo!” I panicked, ready to intervene. But it was all a ruse. “Dad, I was done coming up with challenges!” she laughed, revealing the fake tattoo.
In the end, Salish proved she could handle a solo vacation. “I guess we’re going snowboarding for Christmas!” she cheered, victorious once again. And while I might have lost the challenge, I gained a newfound respect for my daughter’s independence and creativi
