Benjamin Penguin

Well, it is.

I can actually do things with the child. In fact, we all seem to do more as a family because the barrier that is 3 flights of stairs has been removed and we can physically leave our residence with relative ease. For example, this weekend? We spent HOURS outside. I mean, it was gorgeous out. Sunny and 60s and just perfect. But that’s not what had us out and about the whole time. No, it was more likely the fact that I could just slide open a screen door and tumble out.

We played in the leaves. We took walks in our wagon. We walked to the park. We ambled about. It was great and left us all feeling a little bit tired but rather satisfied.

We had our suspicions that this was going to be a good move and, though I miss some things about a more city-centric life, this has turned out to be a great move. I really think we’re all happier for it. It makes me crave for wide open spaces and the ability to just get out and roam for hours on end. Watch out nature – apparently I don’t despise you after all.