I have fond memories of being outside most of my childhood. We walked to school in any weather. We played outside in the rain, and when it was cold, and during the heat of the summer. I did my confirmation homework sitting in the big tree in the back yard. I want that for my kids.
Now they're at the age in which they can entertain themselves in the back yard for extended periods of time thanks to a turtle shaped sand box, a swing set, a tricycle and a playschool car. Katherine enjoys picking wildflowers (weeds) too. Today the house was in desperate need of a deep cleaning so I sent the kids outside to play and told them not to come in until I called them. I was able to clean the kitchen, bathroom and MOP THE FLOOR... and let it dry before they came in. This is a big deal. I no longer have to wait until bed time to do such chores. Previously, if I wanted to do this task, it usually ended up looking more like an impromptu Ice-Capade show. And while I secretly (sadly) do find the kids slipping and sliding on a wet hilarious, they did not seem find the humor in it.
Spring is my favorite season. Maybe it's because I welcome the skirt-wearing-weather after a cold winter. Maybe it's the fresh smells of dirt and newly planted flowers. Maybe it's the excitement of the rodeo that comes to town. Maybe it's that this love of the outdoors I had as a child, still resonates with me now. Whatever it is....WELCOME SPRING!
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