After breakfast and clean up and board games and puzzles, the kids chimed in the inevitable:
"Mom, I want to go outside."
"OK, go put your shoes on."
It was chilly and gray. I wore an extra layer, and was glad I did when the rain really started falling.
"Kids, come on, it's raining. Time to go inside," I said that more to myself than to them. The boys were having so much fun, just doing what they do outside, only a bit more slowly in the rain. It didn't seem to bother them, so I ran inside to grab the camera. I took some pictures underneath my extra jacket, and then set out to enjoy the day as any other.
Of course the sun and warmth are wonderful; so too is the quiet stillness of the gray and cold of early spring. Both are immanent, and enjoyable in their own regards. I aim to appreciate life as it presents itself. I can lean into most challenges, questions or conflicts, and just be present. I can listen deeply, and be patient with myself to respond.
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