We spend Valentine's Day by going to church and enjoying a wonderful relaxing picnic as a family. We went to the Town Square children's park where they have an artificial grass area for just that. There are dogs everywhere, kids playing, and lots of families getting to spend some quality time. We let Clayton play on the playground area and Calvin got to play on the grass with his Daddy. It was a gorgeous day we couldn't of asked God for better weather. It truly is the simple things of life that you seem to treasure after you have kids.
Just watching my husband and baby boy interact so easily on the "fake" grass while sitting in the sunshine with a very, very light breeze was a gift from above! I enjoyed watched Clayton play. They have so much for the kids to do as far as a playground goes. There is a little merry-go-round (which unfortunately in today's world are very far and few inbetween at playgrounds - at least out here), a tree house slide with lots of climbing and ladders, etc. There is a play house, with kitchen, upstairs, and bakery. There is a faux-stage for kids to put on "pretend-plays" and even a little mini-maze. I love taking Clayton here he never gets bored and always seems to be happiest playing here. We all wore red and enjoyed the wonder of a fun holiday like Valentine's Day. I know many out there would pessimistically or conspiracy developing people who think its just another way for Hallmark and chocolate manufacturers to make more money. Hey, I don't care, its fun and I will always love Valentine's Day. Especially now, that I have 3 Valentine's! :)
We finished the visit at Town Square with a little frozen yogurt. It was truly a perfect day and I will always remember it as being super special. Even my husband as he lay relaxed on the "fake" grass, eating his lunch, looked up at me and said, "I'm having a lot of fun, this was a great idea." That made my heart jump and my soul fly. Made me running around in the morning preparing the picnic lunch all worth it!!
Has your family had a picnic lately?? If not, I highly suggest it! :) Good family fun!
Hope the rest of you had a wonderful Valentine's Day!
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