If I could hug our back yard, I would.

Really, I would. A great big, bear hug. What a friend it has been to this mama and her babes. Remember the days when I would take the babes back there during "mozart meltdown hour"? Then there were the days when they would take a nap together on a blanket in the shade while i hung the laundry on the line. I can't even fathom that today, but I have pictures to prove it:) It is still our haven. Today, as i busted out the back door with two whiney babies, I was met by the warmth of the sun and an immediate mood booster for us all. There is so much to explore for Amelia, so much to look at and feel for our little observer Sam, and rest for a weary mom's soul. Sam and I sat on a blanket and sang and felt the breeze blow by and listened to the noises on the street while Amelia crawled around and picked flowers, taste tested more pinecones, chased Willow, etc. Ahhhhh.
Another wonderful thing is that, due entirely to the previous owners of the house, there are sooo many beautiful flowers surrounding us while we play. There is garden soil ready to be planted in, a sandbox ready to be filled, a composter ready to use....it's wonderful really. And I am very thankful for it today. So, here is to our backyards that give us fresh air, a safe place to play and explore, and time in the great outdoors. Love, Jen
Here are some pictures of a recent afternoon outside.....