Asher woke up at 5:30 this morning. He decided to rise with the sun...perfect for this day. I knew that it would be a day we would need to fill up...and so, we did. We had an early afternoon date with our friends Alyson, Hayden and Noah. They invited us to a clubhouse in their neighborhood where there is a make shift beach and HUGE wading pool...perfect for the non-swimming types. Journey was introduced to her third solid...you know how it goes...sweet potatoes, mashed banana, and BEACH SAND! She found it to be delectable, and I am afraid we will be seeing the product of her indulgence very, very soon. We came home, took an extremely short nap and finished up crafting the sun pinata that had been in the works for the past day or so. Initially it was just going to be a fun activity for us to do for solstice, but then decided it would be perfect for Asher's little birthday gathering. Now that it is finished, I'm not sure what to do with it! The poor thing isn't very sturdy and I am afraid it will be busted open within two whacks at it. Oh well...we'll just have Asher go first! The best part for the guests is the treasure found inside, right?!
See the sun exploding in through the back windows in this picture? It makes me crazy to have it be so hot out that it is actually really UNCOMFORTABLE to be out in the late afternoon. A bit depressing...with all that sun and blue sky. We enjoyed it from the inside for a few moments with cousin Brody while I picked up a few things from my mom and dads. I love seeing these three play together.
I've been craving creation around here. I plan to make this a time of making room for new ideas and artistic endeavors. Perhaps this will be a place that I can share some more of that process...since it has been such an inspiration in that realm thus far. In fact, I'll make a declaration...I am starting some new creative adventures and this space is going to reflect that journey, along with my continuing exploration in motherhood, and a bit of my babies growth from my perspective....because of course, it is all interconnected...and all equally important in my own creative expansion...and also something I really like the idea of being documented for my children, so perhaps they can take a glance at it when they are older and know a little bit more about me and my growth during these years.Enough said....well, maybe a few more things...
Thanks for being here! I like that you visit.
3 comments:
Jess, it sounds like you had a wonderful day. Your children are learning such an appreciation for the world and themselves through you. I can not wait to see what your creative self does next. You really are an inspiration for everyone you come in contact with. Can not wait to see the pinata in person!
I wonder how many mothers teach their little ones about the solstice and make a pinata in the shape of the sun. I had even forgotten about the word solstice and what it means. The only thing that I remember that my Dad ever taught me was the word "insipid". He came home again drunk and stood over the head of my bed as I feigned sleep and with bad words included called me insipid. I was too young to know that word so the next morning I looked it up in the dictionary. I learned that it means "without distinctive, interesting or stimulating qualities". I learned at that young age never to grow up to be like my father. That is the only thing I remember him teaching me...the meaning of...insipid....Isn't that a terrible thing. I love you so much Jessie and am so proud of the time you take in teaching my great grandchildren all of these wonderful things that they will hold dear all of their lives. And whether you know it or not those of us who eagerly turn to your blog each day are being taught, inspired and having our eyes and minds opened to the beauties we might otherwise miss. Thank you Jessie and may God bless your efforts. GG
Happy Bday to my sweet hearted Asher Boy!!! Three years old today! I love you baby boy! And I love the pinata too!!! :)
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