Peaceful Foundations

I need you.  I need you both.  I need you to both love each other and like each other. I need you to show me how to love my future mate. I need you to show me how I should treat my friends. I need you to show me what language is okay. I need you to put me to bed early.  I need you to go to bed early so you are ready to see me in the morning.  I need you to be in charge.  I need you to tell me no sometimes, even when I get mad. I gain my security in knowing what will happen tomorrow, talk to me.  I like to do the same things over and over.  I like to stay home and go for walks and meet people in our neighborhood. I like to be fed well, even when I complain.  I really like to help you cook and bake. I need hugs, a lot. When I am sad and when I am happy.  You need hugs too. I need you to be present with me. Can you please put away your phone and talk to me?  Do you know that I will be grown before you know it and I want to ha...

A few weeks ago we were leaving our favorite amusement park. The park sits in the center of a fairly busy city and we are always amused at the wildlife we see, whether it be grasshoppers in the greenery or cats that live on the property to keep the mice population down. This evening was a special treat. As we dragged ourselves to the car after a long day of having fun, we were surprised and in awe of a sweet bunny in the grass. As we stood there watching with our kids (7 & 12) we noticed two moms with strollers and children that were probably 3 or 4 years old. I watched as the children tried so hard to get the mom's attention. Both moms were chatting away and more than once asked their children to quiet down. As we waited for the light to change and it to be our turn to cross, Erik and I were struck by the excitement of these sweet little ones. The light turned and we all started walking across the street to head to our cars but I could hear the little boys "M...