And so it begins. Summer. Season of lazy mornings and muddy children.
We have written a long long long list of things we would like to do over the next six weeks. But underlying all of our entries is one simple sentiment. To take pleasure in each other's company.
The boys are of an age now to really appreciate the absence of obligations and the unfettered access to free time that the long holiday brings. That's not to say they never get fed up, or that they don't squabble, or want to watch more TV than is good for them. That some chivying of the 'Have you brushed your teeth?' variety isn't called for.
But somehow, those things are balanced out by the golden moments when everyone is happily occupied doing something of their own choosing and you look up and wish summer would just go on forever.
Sounds magical, Ali. Have a great time!
Posted by: Michelle | 22 July 2008 at 01:22
Beautifully written!
Enjoy your summer and may your intentions be fulfilled.
Posted by: Tamara | 22 July 2008 at 03:37
Ok, you're making me feel really guilty for camping out indoors with the air conditioning on, wishing for winter.
Posted by: Lil' d | 22 July 2008 at 03:40
How lovely. I hope the holidays deliver all you are hoping for.
We've just had two weeks of holidays here (Melbourne) where it was cold, wet and horrible for 14 days straight. First day the kids go back to school and its beautiful and sunny. *sigh*
Posted by: Stacey | 22 July 2008 at 05:05
Lovely! K x
Posted by: kristina | 22 July 2008 at 07:51
Love those little grubby feet! Enjoy your summer - happy days!
Posted by: Gina | 22 July 2008 at 08:02
I agree with you. Babies are beautiful, but the older my kids get, the more enjoyment I get from them.
Posted by: tracey petersen | 22 July 2008 at 08:47
Lovely! Hope you have a fantastic Summer. I for one am looking forward to an end to my the endless 'have you finished your drink yet?' on school mornings. I honestly get fed up of the sound of my own voice! Here's to a lovely laid back holiday :D
Posted by: Helen | 22 July 2008 at 09:41
I was thinking that at 9am yesterday morning, and was having second thoughts at 10.48!
Posted by: Sharon | 22 July 2008 at 10:44
I can't wait for monday.Our first official day of no lie-ins.I think we are in practice this week.We've already been late for school twice! Oh well the reports are already done for this year!
I love it when the kids can play all day get filthy and fall into bed happy.No need to worry about baths before bed as there's plenty of time in the morning.Just getting the most out of every daylight hour and even sometimes the dusklight.Oh I can hardly wait.I think we are going to have a few adventures this year too.Well we will need some postcard fodder won't we!
Posted by: Kristy | 22 July 2008 at 11:09
I meant our first official day of lie-ins obviously.I'm just a little giddy!
Posted by: Kristy | 22 July 2008 at 11:11
It's nearly 12pm and we're all still in pj's - says it all really!
Enjoy the hols, let's hope the sun shines!
Julia x
Posted by: Julia | 22 July 2008 at 11:38
Wishing you a lovely summery summer building some good memories Ali.
X
Posted by: bluemountainsmary | 22 July 2008 at 12:13
Ours starts in an hour and a half - I can't WAIT!
Posted by: dottycookie | 22 July 2008 at 13:15
Mine break up on Thursday, just to be able to have a slow start to the day will be lovely - no deadline to rush for.
Enjoy your summer!
Posted by: French Knots | 22 July 2008 at 14:22
Oh, how I envy you. I hope someday my kids will be similar. At their age the best thing for them to have is a wonderfully structured day. Well, I am looking forward to our vacation time but doing things on your own, just being there and being lazy really appeals to me right now. Especially after reading this!
Posted by: Simone | 22 July 2008 at 14:29
What a lovely post. I love what you said: "To take pleasure in each other's company." Perfect!
Posted by: June | 22 July 2008 at 15:40
I hope you have a wonderful summer with your boys. We have just one more day to go and then HOORAY...long and lazy get-ups for six fabulous weeks!!
xxxx
Posted by: Lesley | 22 July 2008 at 17:39
Have a fantastic summer. My two finish at lunchtime today - I can't wait! x
Posted by: Kitty | 23 July 2008 at 08:09
You describe it so well Ali. Enjoy the break!
Posted by: Louise | 23 July 2008 at 12:49
Enjoy your summer hols
Posted by: Thimbleina | 23 July 2008 at 13:45
great photograph ali! and wonderful thoughts too...long may your summer last and be full of lovely moments together! x
Posted by: kelly | 23 July 2008 at 17:14
How lovely. I bet your shoulders are a few inches lower now that school's out. Hope you all have a fabulous summer.
Posted by: Anna | 23 July 2008 at 19:53
Sounds like you have a lovely summer planned :) Hope you have a great time!
Posted by: Gem | 24 July 2008 at 13:48