Funny how you come to realize stuff gradually over time, but somewhere in the last few weeks its seeped into my consciousness that life is very good and that I feel very happy. As I thought about it some I've realized that this right now is one of the happiest times of my life up to this point. Kind of a crazy thing to think about but I'll just ride with it and enjoy it while it comes.
One of the things that I really enjoy right now is seeing my children grow up and figure out life gradually. Each of them is learning who they are and perusing different interests and growing into their own talents and unique and fun personalities. One thing that we have started as a family is after thanksgiving day going down South and exploring someplace new. This year we went down to Capital Reef National Park and spent one day hiking and goofing around. It was one ov those happy family times that I think we will remember for a long time.
Mason's our fearless leader in nuttiness and spontaneous have a good timeatude.
Miki and these three spent a lot of time goofing and scrambling around on the rocks and features.
Caden and I got to spend a lot of time talking and exploring on our own.
Even the cactus spines were fun in a silly picture and slivers under the skin sort of way.
Plus it is an amazing place to see and be out of the normal cubical canyon that I inhabit most weeks. This is the big arch at the end of the trail that we were on.
This is one of the painted monoliths about half way up the trail. All amazing stuff to see. I think that getting out a lot has added to happiness too. That, kids, Miki, job, friends, church and God are really filling up one happy soul. :)
Thanks for taking time to visit and say "NO" to cats. Leave a comment so I'll know you've been here.
Rob-
