New Park

Went to a 'new to us' park today with the girls. It's called Westpointe and is in the northwest part of Rose Park. The girls thought it was fun and had a good time. I'm glad we were able to get them outside before the weather gets too much colder and they don't want to get out as often. I want to try out more parks now.
It's fun to watch them create and explore. They are great at making up stories as they play. I know that's more characteristic of kids that are younger than them. I think by the time most kids are their age, they get around peers and have other things that they worry about - or, they think it's silly to still 'pretend'. I love it. They spent part of their time together today making up stories - including using some of the things at the park as props. They spent part of the time challenging themselves to do things physically that they'd never tried before and they spent part of their time exploring the newness around them. I loved that they did a variety of activities with a variety of purposes.
Love my girls. The boys stayed at home. Jacob had zonked out for a nap and Jonny was trying to figure out something online. (Something about comics or movies I'm sure.)
This afternoon made me want to do more to plan fun things for the kids - things to do, places to go, things to create, and exploring to happen. I want them to learn what they need to and be who they need to be.