Whitney Hempsey

Today was kind of a lazy day with my boys. I realized that I haven't really spent much time playing with my 5 year old, Mason. So I decided that while the baby was taking his afternoon nap Mason and I would play, just the two of us. It was great, we finally got to paint and build things with blocks, it was a good time. That's not really the point of this though... I never cease to be amazed at how creative kids are. Turning some plain old everyday item into some crazy invention or toy. Just sitting with Mason and talking to him was so much fun. He has such a wild imagination. I really feel a little guilty for not nurturing his imagination more than I have been. Getting so wrapped up in taking care of Daiden and keeping up with the household chores has taken my focus off off the fact that my 5 year old little boy has such a brilliant mind. I am so happy I took the time today to just stop and play with him, this has really allowed me to refocus my attention and recognize that he needs my attention just as much as the baby does.

By the way, some of the stuff he builds with his blocks is crazy. Maybe a little architect or engineer in the making.. :)