We covered a short distance in a very long time. There were frequent stops to pick up rocks. I watched him stare in amazement at the shadows that were beginning to line the street. He liked when our shadow hands held hands, and so did I. He has trouble understanding why there is a plastic fork in the road. He decided to put it in his pocket to take home. On this outing it is Zach that teaches me a few important lessons. He teaches me that the world is so full of wonder if you just pay attention. I learn that the most valuable treasures aren’t always in a store. Zach proves to me that sometimes we should stop along the way and observe what we see. And most importantly, I learn there is nothing more important that spending time with people you love.
Monday, November 7, 2011
Day 178: Run outside before the sun rises
Today I got up early and took a run around the neighborhood. It was still dark making the street seem more ominous, but the sky was extraordinary. It was difficult to run while looking up. Ii returned home to a family that thought I had lost my mind. Neither of them have ever seen me get up early on a weekday to do anything, much less run.
Day 177: Take a Detour
On our return trip we stopped in Auburn, so I could show Ansley the university. We were able to see Toomers Corner in full post game regalia; completely toilet papered. We stopped at the bookstore and bought Jp’s birthday present: an Auburn golf bag. Although we were ready to return home, it's nice sometimes to take the long way home.
Day 176: Build a bon fire
On our last night we enjoyed an evening around a bon fire. I can think of nothing better than sitting around a fire with my best friends and our kids. Needless to say, we spent most of the time laughing. Zach treated everyone to roasted marshmallows flavored with dirt while Andy grilled burgers. I love visiting the Irvins at their beautiful home in Woodstock, Georgia. I hope one day to visit them in their home in Mobile.
Day 175: Go to the zoo
We had a nice day at Atlanta’s zoo. The gorillas were the most entertaining. Zach liked the snakes which I thought were awful. Kristen liked petting the lambs and Ansley’s favorite were the elephants. The only bad part of the day was my camera broke, so I didnt get to take my normal 345 pictures.
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Sunday, November 6, 2011
Day 173: Accept it
I love a neat house. Most of my spare time is spent doing house work. When my home is clean and tidy, I just feel better; I gain a sense of harmony. However, these feelings of satisfaction and peace are rare. Most of the time my home is a wreck. Piles of laundry are the primary décor of my bedroom. The countertops are normally covered with 2 liters, dishes, homework, and cracker boxes. And there is no part of my home that is not cluttered with toys. As I write this, there is a line of toy trucks stretching from the living room to the kitchen. Today I accept defeat in the battle to maintain a tidy home. I accept that laundry, toys, dishes, candy wrappers and shoes cannot be contained. And furthermore, these instruments of disorder are actually indicators of a happy home filled with playful well fed children who clearly have lots of cloth.es, towels, and shoes. The mess in my house reveals there is a pulse inside these walls. There is life and energy and most of all love. Southern Living will probably never showcase a home decorated in the theme of what I will now call “real Life.” In this design theme toothpaste in the sink and overflowing garbage cans capture the essence of the home. And of course, crayon marks on the wall add to the decor. Today I officially give up and accept my home will never be organized, tidy, clean, and clutter free. At least I hope not anyway. Besides don’t only “dull women have immaculate homes”?
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