Good Times

On the 4th of July, the boys and I camped out in the backyard. You would have thought I handed the each $100 with their excitement. It was Daniel's idea of what he wanted to do and I agreed. So I set up the tent, inflated the air mattresses and rolled out the sleeping bags. In the tent we had flashlights and a few good books. They told me I was the greatest mom in the world. After the lights went out, Daniel snuggled in next to me and off to sleep I went. It was true bliss.

Next morning, I was a bit stiff, but it was worth it.

Since money is tight, we're doing more things on the cheap. In my family we call it being thrifty. It cost us nothing to camp in the backyard and yet they loved it. Going on a hike on a local trail = free. 10:00am movies at the local theater = free. Afternoon at the local library = free. It can be done people. What's so amazing is that the less money I spend, the more I enjoy myself. Am I the only one who feels a panic attack coming when I spend a lot of money?

Good times are spent sitting around the table eating dinner as a family. Good times are spent swimming in our backyard pool. Good times are spent working on a craft project together. Good times are being with my loved ones. You know the saying, less is more? I've really come to appreciate it and understand its true meaning. These are lean times right now, but I think I'll look back at this time as one of the best times in our lives.