Funny...neither of us were ever animal people.
But with this little patch of land, we've been able to spread out a bit and speckle it with life.
I love looking out the kitchen window while I wash dishes.
(love the window, not the dishes...just clarifying.)
I see life in many forms.
Chickens pecking at the grass,
goats playfully bucking at each other,
and cats at play, wandering, lounging, wrestling, and chasing around the yard.
And of course, I see children interacting with all of the creatures, big and small,
and having the time of their lives.
Life
(in all its forms)
is good.
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3 comments:
I fully agree!
I think that when children are exposed to and given responsibility over animals, they realize that they (and humans in general) are part of a greater whole. Kids are so used to being taken care of, that when they, in turn take care of some other living thing, their hearts are opened up to see, appreciate, protect, and care for something other than themselves. It helps them to realize that God cares for ALL of His creations, both big and small, and that we should love and respect them as well. I love animals. And even more, I love kids with animals. We can't wait to add two new Cope-grown kittens to our animal pack!
I'm not sure how you (or your kids) give away those kittens all the time. My daughter is dying for a kitten and the barn cats is such a great option. Sadly, no barn in the middle of suburban Las Vegas (or goats, chickens or bees either...rats) but man I would have a tough time giving away those kittens all the time. They are so crazy cute. I'm glad Daisy isn't old enough to read your blog.
Sweet. In every way. How you must cherish that.
(sigh)
:)
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