The libraries here in Washington are really neat. We've been to two of them so far, and they both have a play area for the kids that are very Waldorf themed. Lots of learning on hand stuff. This is the little one we live by. We often go to get more books to devour. It's usually quiet for us, as most kids are in school. I try to take the time to play with them, and let them enjoy the quiet time to be kids. Ethan was hunting down books, and didn't make it into the pictures this time.
I thought about how one day, the small toys and play time of a library may not appeal to my kids anymore. They will be older, and excited to do other things. This stage of the library play time is so short. All too soon, it's going to be gone. They won't be small anymore. It pulls at my heart strings, and makes me want to really slow down, again and again, and savor the moment. Kevin loves dinosaurs. Ethan loves to make paper airplanes. Brooke is a snuggler. I wish I could slow down time, but I can't. So, I keep trying to enjoy each day. I keep trying to learn how to help my kids with their struggles, and I keep trying to devote more moments for just holding and tickling them.
Fabulous quote to inspire you:
"There is no way to be a perfect mother, and a million ways to be a good one." -Jill Churchill
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