This evening Lucas gave me a surprise phone call. It's been awhile since we have personally spoke so I was really excited to hear from him. We chatted and caught each other up on our daily happenings.
We (he) brought up the subject of having children one day and I immediately went into my usual children 'cramp your style' and ruin any scrap of freedom speech I do with anyone who will listen.
After I boldly voiced my motherly opinion to my sweet son, I immediately realized the err of my way. Just because I experienced child rearing as one of the most challenging, emotional responsibilities doled out to mankind doesn't mean everyone experiences it the same way. And, my goodness, I said this to my own sweet flesh and blood!
The minute those regrettable words rolled off my tongue, what I said next just as easily rolled off.
I told him although child rearing will bring test and stress to even the strongest relationships, they also bring some of the best family memories.
When I think back on my lifetime, the memories that highlight my thoughts the most come from the memories and experiences I shared - and still do share - with my kids. They are what gives my daily life and existence meaning and importance.
Anyway......
This morning Toby and I had to run a small errand near Walnut Creek so we decided to combo and give Bo his morning walk there.
We took a shaded, less traveled area of Walnut to avoid the multitude of other hikers with free roaming dogs. It was an enjoyable, brisk walk. Thanks to the shade, I barely broke a sweat.
After our walk, we did a couple of errands and grabbed an early lunch before Toby had to head in to the shop.
It was an enjoyable morning walk.
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| Not many flowers bloom in the dry Central Texas summers |
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| Lots of shady areas on this portion of the trail |
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| Not much rain lately so the intense heat cracks the ground |
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| Nice new boardwalk on this end of the trail |
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