Memories. Covid Diary. As the world is engulfed in an all-out war against Covid-19 or coronavirus, as it is affectionately called, my part of the world is slowing thawing out and spring is emerging. I couldn’t be happier! This morning, we decided to go for a drive to see the Utah State Capitol grounds and enjoy some cherry blossoms. This was to make up for us missing our beloved Tidal Basin cherry blossoms back in DC. However, we detoured along the way there, and ended up at one of my favorite places in Salt Lake City – Sugarhouse Park.
A much-needed opportunity to commune with nature and breathe in some fresh air, letting your worries melt away. The kids LOVED this park and were especially fascinated by the ducks, geese and pigeons that roamed the banks of the pond. Grace informed me quite excitedly that she could speak duck and she had taught Audrey as well. The minute their feet hit the ground, they took off after those terrified feathered friends, screaming, “quaaaccck! quaaacck!”. It was perfect!
We had a wonderful time just strolling around the pond, watching the ducks dive headfirst to look for food, while their feet were up in the air. The kids found that hilarious 🙂 Audrey wanted so badly to pet them and the geese were quite wary of her advances. We played tag, blew bubbles, crossed a stream, ran up a hill, flew or attempted to fly kites, had some snacks, lay on the grass, facing the sun, and taking deep gulps of fresh air into our lungs. Oh, how we have missed this lovely, blissful family time together!
Apart from the fact that I need to invest in a selfie stick, I love taking pictures with my kids. #momgetsinthepicture is a real thing for me because I am usually behind the camera. So, when I get a chance to be in the picture with all three of my children, I take it. These little faces are my life’s work and purpose. And this handsome guy is my greatest blessing.
As I strolled around the park with my family, I found myself shuddering while taking in some deep breaths, and it felt like I had been holding my breath for what seemed like a hundred years. So much has happened in my life in the last two years, and more recently, in the last two months, and I have not yet fully recovered or had a chance to create any normalcy. This chance to let the sun hit me directly in the face, free myself of worry and concerns, hearing my children laugh and play, and a husband who is always willing to play with them while I wander off to capture some moments alone and take some pictures, uninterrupted, is a chance for which I am completely grateful!
