Skip the Chores and Feed the Ducks

This past week, I took a few days off of work and gave myself the treat with an extra long weekend.  I intended to get caught up on the housecleaning, groceries, laundry and possibly the chance to read few Parent magazines that were beginning to pile up.   Some of those things that were on my list got done, some didn't, but what I did do, which was the best decision of all, was to take full advantage of a few extra days with Abby and just have fun, play and be a big kid with her all weekend long.  You know what, Abby really doesn't care if I got all the laundry done, it doesn't matter to her that the mirrors in the bathroom don't have fingerprints on them...what matters most to Abby are the moments of learning and memories that we created and the laughs and the snuggles and the hugs we share.

Nelson Park:
Splash Park next to Plymouth Bay

 Island Grove Pond:
Quacking and Feeding the Duckies

Peaceful Meadows Dairy:
Checking out the cows and sharing our ice cream

The Playground:
Hanging with her best buddy, cousin Riley

Lighthouse Beach:
Hunting for hermit crabs and snails 

 

 

Time passes very quickly, quicker than we realize.  It's so important to be present and in the moment with your family and your friends, all the people who are important to you in your life.  Don't take time for granted, wake up each day and tell your family you love them, and say it again before going to sleep.  Take that extra few seconds to give a hug and always listen, not only with your ears, but with your eyes, and your whole self.   

Keep it Sweet and Keep it Spicy

xxoo, Aly