Entry 6: FOR THE GIRLS: ITS WESLEY'S WORLD
One thing about toddlers is that they can turn the most normal, everyday moments into something exciting. Lately, watching my son Wesley has reminded me how important it is for kids to just be outside and experience the world around them. In a time where screens and technology are everywhere, sometimes the best thing for kids is simply fresh air, a little freedom, and space to explore. Right now, Wesley is completely obsessed with TWO things: airplanes and his toddler bike. Anytime we go outside, the first thing he does is listen for planes. The second he hears one, everything else stops. He tilts his head up toward the sky , points as fast as he can, and yells “Plane!” like it is the most exciting thing he has ever seen. Sometimes the plane is so far away it’s barely visible, but that doesn’t matter to him at all. To Wesley, it’s still amazing. And honestly, it makes me stop and notice it too. As adults, we hear planes all the time and barely even think about it. But seein...
