While we were camping in Niagara Falls, Canada I was struck by how wonderful our self directed life is. Emma is able to explore and enjoy things until they reach a natural end on her own internal time table. At the campground she spent literally hours picking apples that were not edible in human terms. She had an elaborate process of picking, organizing and then roasting them over the fire. She was creating treats for the squirrels. As John and I sat and watched her and enjoyed the peace and quiet of the camp, I was so glad that our time belongs to one another and is not dictated by outside agendas.
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