It's supposed to have some beautiful wildflowers in spring, and although I don't think it was super spectacular, there were some beautiful displays here and there.
Tiny little purple flowers with dandelions...
White flowers on bushes, which were super sweet-smelling...
Adorable red-winged blackbird!
And some variety of white-tipped violet.
Sorry, I'm lame, I don't know names. Except for the dandelion and blackbird.
After the walk, we attended a childfree meetup group event at a restaurant nearby. (This is part of the reason we chose the Wheaton walk on this day!) It was really interesting (and validating!) to meet like-minded people, and we had a lot of great discussion about the lifestyle choice. It's something Dave and I have been thinking about for a long time.
It was a happy day, and tomorrow I get to celebrate Mother's Day with my mom, who is wonderful. Contemplating a life with (or without) children for as long as I have, I appreciate the sacrifices my parents, and especially my mom (because she stayed home with us), made for me. She is truly Super Mom, and I although I can try, I can never repay everything she did for me! I love you, Mom!!
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Thanks Valerie. Your very sweet words made me cry. Thanks for your Mother's Day card and Michelle's. I'm so glad I have made the rule no store bought cards. You both have more talent in your little pinkies than Hallmark!
I guess Dad and I didn't really think about not having kids. "Back then" I think it was expected of everyone. Of course, I'm very glad we decided to have children. We are very blessed with both of you. Love Mom
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