“It’s never too late to have a happy childhood!” – Tom Robbins
I now have the time and the freedom to recover the joyfulness and zest of a happy childhood. But after so many years I need a tutorial. So of course I turn to my grandchildren …
They enter life announcing their presence and aren’t afraid to let you know their wants and feelings.
(CHECK, I’ve got that lesson down pat already!)
Well, they still can do it better …
From then on they explore, they move; their activity is my inspiration!
They also have a sense of style …
(I’ll never achieve such style. But I have an excuse, their style is inherited! See the picture of their father below.)
But when they’re young, they don’t let style rule. They dive in!
Even with a ride like this they go back and do it again!
They focus – and achieve!
Computers? Robotics? No problem!!
They practice and work. (Well at things they love, not so much on chores.)
And they too get a little help from the friends.
After a disaster
They snap back with even greater success!
They love family. There is a special sense of wonder at a new baby brother.
They parade a new sister with pride!
Their love grows,
So they learn,
And grow.
So much for me to adopt in my journey! I leave tomorrow!
Barry, This is delightful!
Thank you so much for inviting me in….it’s a beautiful way to get to know you. Your grandchildren are exquisite. I can get a sense of your deep love for your family.
I truly feel blessed for this expression of yourself and I can’t wait to read the past and future posts. You are an inspiration!
Barry,
Great job. Nice way to mark the end of one and beginning of another chapter. I love the quote you used. Thanks for all your work to share your “walkabout” with us. Let me know about any great beers you discover on your trek.
Otis