Sunday, July 14, 2013

Summer


bryan grossbauer red wagon storiesI imagine that most of us try to recreate those classic summer memories that we so cherish. After all, my kids will love swimming in a freezing cold river in New Hampshire's White Mountains, right?
Maybe.
Probably not.
As my kids -- ages 3 and 1 -- get older, I realize that my experiences and memories are just that, mine. Trying to recreate what we enjoyed growing up is not the way to make memories for our kids.
Amazingly enough, I find the best way is to just let those moments happen. We need to allow them to make their own memories. You can do your best to create a perfect vacation, but the most important thing is being together and sharing time away from the normal routine.
So this summer, I'm gonna worry less about big plans and perfection and instead try to enjoy the simple joys of being together. Sharing time with those we love and care about - that's the perfect summer day.

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