It was quite an amazing Easter weekend. The weather was incredible and the world appeared to come to a halt for three days. The traffic in emails and Facebook messages slowed almost to a halt … people were too busy soaking in sun and activities to be chained to “social media”. Good for them.
It was no different at Eagle Lake. We spent most of the weekend in the fresh air or sharing meals with family. There was lots of chat and an abundance of good feelings.
There were 9 adults and three kiddies in our midst. Two of the young ‘uns were our latest additions to the family. Liam is just 8 weeks old and Aleicia is 7 weeks old. They ruled.
You can imagine how the schedules of two recent arrivals can take precedence over anything else that is going on. They seemed to take turns making sure that the focus of attention was always in their direction. No complaints from any of us! I found it amazing that even at their tender ages “they get it”…make a noise, you get attention.
It was little bit of a trip down memory lane for me. I’d forgotten how interesting discussions about bodily functions were. You know things to do with spit up, gas, boogers and poop. Poop alone had excitingly different chapters for discussion. As the years go by the conversations will evolve. Ask anyone with a teenager and they’ll tell you.
All in all it was a wonderful celebration. The world halted for just a short while. Now, on this rainy Monday, we’re ready to get back in the cage with the gorilla. Poop and all.
Mike Jaycock 