Sun, sun, Mr. Golden Sun...

The sun was out and shining, and the weather report stated that it would be a bit warmer than usual yesterday afternoon. So, Mike and Amelia picked me up after class and we headed off to the park to play.

Realize it's been a while since Amelia's been to the park. The weather is cold, wet or both most days in Indiana this time of year. Amelia has really missed the swings and the see-saw at the park. As soon as we neared the decorative gates to the park Amelia began cheering, "Yea! yea!" When the car stopped she began her chorus of, "Up, up, up, up."

She had to wait a little while for a turn on the swing, but she was just thrilled when her turn came. She couldn't stop shreaking and giggling, "Weeee, go!" Mike and I noticed that Amelia's hands were turning red from the cold breeze that resulted from her swinging, but we couldn't convince her to stop. Her cheeks were flushed and her nose was runny, but she still wanted to play.

After a few more minutes on the slide and see-saw it was time to go. Amelia was not pleased at all! Funny thing is, she had been swinging next to another little boy, maybe a few months older than she, and he was being placed in his car seat at the same time we were leaving. He was crying and complaining, too.

I guess we're going to have to do what we can to get out when it's even a little warm. Tomorrow, the rain is supposed to return, but I'm sure spring is just around the corner (we hope).

Lisa