When we downsized from our house to our apartment, we placed numerous boxes into the closets to eventually unpack. After living in our little place for a few months, we realized how much we didn't use and therefore didn't need. I mean honestly, if it has been in a box for months and we didn't look for it, do we really need it? This was the question that continually came up as we began our unpacking and organizing journey. I have to admit it was nice to find things I presumed were lost in the move. Sharing memories with the boys along the way of their outgrown clothes, school projects, pictures, toys they had forgotten they had and watching the boys decide what they wanted to donate to another child to enjoy simply made us proud. I am very thankful my boys can appreciate what they have been given and selflessly share what they are ready to give away. The simple virtues we instill in our children will guide them through their lives. It isn't always what your given. It is also about giving. So, as we organized our home, we organized our lives.
We did find time to take our toddler to the park when the rain seemed to slow to a sprinkle. He chased squirrels, rode his tricycle, climbed his little heart out, and giggled along the way. It was muddy, his pants got dirty, he got wet from the small puddles on the slide, but he continued exploring and experiencing all things wet. He couldn't figure out why the leaves kept sticking to himself or his tricycle. All he cared about was wiping his wet hands, getting the mud off his shoes so he could climb, and yelling at the squirrels to stop so he could get a closer look. There were no other people at the park. It was Landon's park for that moment and we enjoyed every minute of it.
A little rain never hurt anyone. The little things...
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