Children know how to enjoy life and have fun no matter where they are.
Enjoying Life as It Comes
Most everyone looks forward to the lazy-hazy days of summer. Visions of picnics, strolls in the park, swimming parties and vacations all seem to be forefront on our minds. As you can see in the photo, my grandsons love playing in the pool on a hot summer day. Sometimes something as simple as pouring water from a bucket or pouring water on each other’s head produce the greatest peals of laughter.
As adults we can learn life lessons from watching children interact with each other. They don’t worry about money, politics or the state of affairs of the country. Living in the moment, they’re only concerned about playtime, their next snack and taking a nap.
This past week I spent the day with my three grandchildren ages, 4, 2 and 1. On occasion there was a spat or two, but once reminded to share and take turns, after a few hugs and saying, “sorry,” life went on and all was forgotten.
If adults could learn to live in the moment, giving a few hugs and saying, “I’m sorry,” instead of holding on to a grudge forever, what a better place this would be. A nap each day wouldn’t hurt either. Have you ever watched a child after nap time? Usually they wake up with a smile, happy to see those around them. Since most adults are sleep deprived, think how much more productive the work place would be if everyone took naps in the middle of the day. Of course, a cookie would be nice, too.
The next time you’re having a bad day, spend time with your children. They totally will change your perspective. If you’re lucky enough to have a pool, jump in. You don’t even have to change clothes. Kids don’t care. They think it’s the greatest thing to get you totally wet. And that’s the way it should be.
What life lessons have you learned from children? Leave a comment below, message on Facebook or email dicysm@yahoo.com.
If you’re looking for something to do this week, Stratford Road Shopping Mall in Winston-Salem is having a day of fun activities for both young and old, Thursday, July 23. As a customer of PostNet-Winston-Salem, I’ll be there.
Saturday, July 25th the Mooresville Public Library is hosting author day from 10:00 to 1:00. They’re inviting everyone to come out and support local authors. Books will be available. Hope to see you at the Mooresville Public Library.
Thanks,
Dicy
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