The boys got their play set delivered last week that Noni and Nona gave them for Christmas. What fun to finally get to climb on it and swing to their heart's content! Much different than opening a piece of paper with the picture on it. We can't very well have a play set installed when the ground is frozen and covered in snow. I think it was a great lesson in delayed gratification for them!
Our house has been the popular neighborhood hangout as a result. Frankly I prefer it that way! I can keep an eye on them and know exactly what they're doing and rest assured knowing that they are being supervised. Not to mention when I need to call them inside I know exactly where to find them! But the thing I like most of all is that they are playing outdoors using their imaginations and getting exercise vs. playing video games indoors. And when I say "they" I mean Hunter, as he is the only one old enough to play video games. Hunter has strict rules about his usage but the neighborhood kids do not. I can and do tell Hunter that he can play with his friends so long as he is not inside playing video games at their houses and I trust that he will obey; however, I am making him "THAT" kid and me "THAT" mom and I feel the guilt. I really think that having this play set as well as some creative ideas I have up my sleeve for fun activities this summer to do in the yard will help get all the kids playing outdoors (and at our house)!It has already gotten so much use! They've been on it every day multiple times and are having so much fun!
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