Completely Uneventful
Yes, today was completely uneventful. Whilst my darling husband was at the university's book club, Ivy, Orchid and myself had a completely uneventful day. We did the typical routine of the most banal days. We tidied up the garden section of the garage and we patched the inflatable swimming pool. After failing to succeed with the pool, we sat at the garden's edge. However, and I'm sure most parents can agree, that if it weren't for those predictable moments, we wouldn't get a glimpse of the world the way our children see it. We watched butterflies flutter about the garden, we smelled lilies and "discovered" many treasures our earth has to offer. Most importantly, I saw the wonder and amazement in my lovely children's eyes and heard the excitement in their voices. As a mother, I get so caught up in housework and getting dinner made on time and brushing teeth that I forget that there are moments to learn and to appreciate. It is my duty as a mother to enc...