Ordinary people drive car pools,
pack lunches,
wrangle unruly socks and toddlers…
I am equipping explorers.
Ordinary people wipe noses,
change diapers,
pour cough syrup down unwilling throats…
I am fighting the good fight.
Ordinary people break up fights,
talk to teachers,
lecture about kindness and self control…
I am molding the future.
At least I am today.
Today is a good day.
Today is an adventure.
So here’s me, I’ve done all these ordinary things today, but they seem more profound and wonderful, since I’m leaving them all behind for 8 days. My and my favourite teen are heading out on a real adventure this afternoon, just us. And the entire city of New York. And my sisters family (cute nephews!!!!). What a great way to celebrate 13 – especially for my easy-to-parent girl, who gives up so much time and attention to the littles everyday.
This was my Five Minute Friday post – join in here.
So Here's Us... 
October 11th, 2013 at 10:52 am
You are a soldier fighting the only important fight. Ordinary is the daily grind but the daily grind of a mom is always extraordinary! Great post and have a wonderful break!
October 11th, 2013 at 1:21 pm
Right on! Thank you!
October 11th, 2013 at 11:14 am
Thanks for stopping by my FMF post, today. I love adventure! Enjoy yours!
October 11th, 2013 at 1:21 pm
Thanks!
October 11th, 2013 at 12:09 pm
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