Clint took the kids fishing last night, and they had such a good time. They haven't gone fishing in a quite a while because it seemed like they got bored very quickly last time. Well, this time, they didn't want to go home. Graham kept repeating to himself, "fishing is all about patience." And he was very patient!They didn't catch anything, except for some sticks and weeds! But they are already talking about going again tonight, so maybe someone will get lucky!
I am not such a big fan of fishing, but it was fun to be out there with the kids. My favorite part of the evening was when a grandpa, who was sitting on a bench watching us, said to Clint and me... "You have a great family. Such nice and cute kids." He will never know how much that meant to me... it really made my day. Seems like as the kids get older, we don't get nearly as many compliments from strangers as when the kids were cute little babies or toddlers. Usually, I am worried that at least one of the kids is annoying everyone around... it was very nice to hear something positive about my little world.
I'm so glad that I checked your blog this morning- I love this post!
ReplyDeleteThere's some good fishing at BSL (or at a pond near the lake)! It's stocked with catfish-so it's almost a guarantee. My kids don't get to see their grandpa much but they have a wonderful memory of fishing (and catching many fish) with him at that pond! They're looking forward to doing again but this time they may do it while we're (us moms) swimming, biking, and running:-)!! Tell Clint to pack his fishing gear!
BTW, I think your kids are great! If anything ever happened to David and I then we would love for your family to always be a part of our kid's lives! You all are wonderful and positive role models! Sorry to get so sappy on a public blog!