A Walk in the Park

One evening this week, Erick and I took Sophia to Shelter Gardens for the first time since she's been old enough to be interested in fountains, fish and flowers. Obviously, I'm interested in alliteration. Anyway, she had a wonderful time wandering around. Each time she found a "mountain" she had a hard time moving on to the next one. She was sure that what she was looking at had to be the best thing out there.

Imagine her rapture when flowers and open spaces were awaiting around each and every corner.


As usual, her interest was most engaged with other people. This was Anna. Anna will be two this weekend. I can only imagine what wisdom Sophia is imparting. I'm sure it's she offering the advice, in spite of Anna's advanced age.

Next she met the lion. They shared a moment. Brief but beautiful. Sophia moved on. Poor lion.

Did I mention trees?

Just so you know. This is the way she walks. Graceful? Not really.

With a purpose. Conquering one thing, then the next. Occasionally turning to say "Come on, Daddy Mommy." It's good exercise to swing your arms like that.

Try it next time you're out for a walk. I'm sure no one will stare.