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clavus · 12-13-2004, 06:05 PM

We run through life, oblivious to the joy around us, choosing only to recognize it at Hallmark sanctioned events – Graduations, Birthdays, and of course, Christmas. One of life’s truths is that the best times rarely happen when they are supposed to.

My favorite times with my kids are always unscripted - running around the couch making race-car sounds while the Beastie Boys thump in the background; a water-balloon ambush after a Wednesday afternoon commute; riding the ferry on the way to our vacation destination.

I urge you all to ignore the holiday splendor that you are “supposed” to feel this time of year. Focus instead on the everyday joys of being a parent.

12-13-2004, 06:05 PM	#1 (permalink)
clavus pow! Location: NorCal	Grinch-dad's holiday message to parents We run through life, oblivious to the joy around us, choosing only to recognize it at Hallmark sanctioned events – Graduations, Birthdays, and of course, Christmas. One of life’s truths is that the best times rarely happen when they are supposed to. My favorite times with my kids are always unscripted - running around the couch making race-car sounds while the Beastie Boys thump in the background; a water-balloon ambush after a Wednesday afternoon commute; riding the ferry on the way to our vacation destination. I urge you all to ignore the holiday splendor that you are “supposed” to feel this time of year. Focus instead on the everyday joys of being a parent. __________________ Ass, gas or grass. Nobody rides for free.