While shopping for linens and boring my children to tears, they managed to find creative things to occupy their time. Who knew of the fun that was to be had at the 90% off clearance table. I was happy going about my business of comparing thread counts and searching for alternative down filling when I received this photo on my phone. Now positive that the children were still safe in the store and cavity free, I continued with my shopping while they magnified each other's body parts and suited up for mock battle with barbecue utensils and colanders in aisle three. I have to admit that I had forgotten how much fun a big magnifying glass can be. I remember as a child that we would sit on the sidewalk with bits of paper and a magnifying glass trying to make fire from the sun. We were never actually successful in this endeavor, but I think we may have blinded a few neighborhood children participating in this activity. I should point out that trying to look at the sun is never a
Joey, Allie... This is for you. May these stories be like tiny feathers that will one day drift down out of nowhere, bringing back great memories and smiles. You have brought me true joy with your laughter and song. This is your roadmap back to your youth and my guide home when memories fade. What a blessing it has been! What a blessing it continues to be.