Deliriously Happy

Yesterday was just one of those perfect days. We set out in the morning to the zoo, just the four of us, we had our lunches packed and our walking shoes on. The day was gorgeous, perfect temperature, sunny and everything in bloom. Chase had a wonderful experience, his first time to actually get out of the stroller and do some strolling of his own. He did not fuss the entire day, had a little nap around mid-day, (so did Dad), saw lots of animals, birds, fish, boys and girls too!

After the zoo, we cruised through downtown and headed back home. Driving home, Mom and I listened to Hannah entertain Chase all the way home. We were all tired, all red-faced from the sun, Chase was exhausted and delirious, and everything his sister did made him laugh his head off. This drive home was one of those unlikely but lovely moments of complete contentment and happiness, being with my family, holding hands with my wife, watching my children genuinely love and adore each other, and thanking God for making it all possible.

Now I am being called to the living room, (it's Friday morning), today is my sweet daughter's 13th birthday, and it's time to celebrate!! More on that later...