Lesson #83

Just add water

Toddlers are pretty simple creatures. Sure, all of the interactive toys, battery operated cars and talking robots serve their purpose. There are so many educational and fun options for entertainment. But when it comes down to it, toddlers don't need to much to entertain themselves.

Today, after a hectic morning of car troubles, I was happy to arrive at a friend's house for a low-key play date. She had the best set up! In addition to a wading pool filled with toys, she had an impressive hose with spray feature. I know, super high-tech gadgets! As far as the kids were concerned, nothing could have been better. They were so happy to splash, run and pour that the three adults managed to converse in full sentences about actual adult topics! I thought this might be a mythical kind of play date experience. I had heard about such occurrences, yet never really participated in one.

It ended up being the best morning! Some nice iced tea, a few healthy snacks and some wet kids. And all we needed to do was add the water!