We drop into bed exhausted every night. The days fly by because they only get to stay over night for 4 sleeps. The first sleep was after a 37 hour plane ride from Dubai. Safely next to our bed they slept like the babies they are.
We have ridden the bicycle, made a duct tape purse, decorated cookies, played pickleball, taken a walk, eaten out a Wild Wings where I embarrassed them cheering for Green Bay and watched two wonderful movies on Netflix. Plus a lot more. They had a wonderful time but of course they were ready to go when their mom and dad came.
I couldn't explain to you if you have never been around children what it feels like to love them so completely. Even after a scolding they will snuggle close. But best of all everyday begins with the watching. I can see them growing right before my eyes.
The Tanque Verde Resort here in Tucson has hundreds of horses that they use on trail rides and for lessons. We visited yesterday just so the girls could get their "horse fix". They petted horses and named the ones that caught their fancy. And then they climbed a tree and just sat and watched. It was the best they told me. Soon we headed out to eat and then come home to another movie.
Yes, waiting, watching and learning from children is one of the great joys in my life. I am a happy woman.
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| Maddie took this picture from her perch in the tree. |
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| Beautiful children at peace and in their element. |
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| When I told them that climbing the tree was probably against the rule, they just smiled and relaxed a bit more. You could tell they were so happy in that moment. |
Have a wonderful day. I hope your Holiday Season is shaping up to be as wonderful as mine.
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