but it's december

I have heard a few complaints about the weather today. Yes it is December and it is strange to walk around the neighborhood to look at Christmas decorations and not need to wear a coat. I know December is supposed to be cold and that some people think a warm day during this month signals the end of the world. (polar ice caps melting and all of that stuff) And I know that when the weather heads back down to the 30's and 40's in a few days, people will probably get sick and runny noses will abound. But if you are one of those people who is shaking your fist at the blue sky and saying, "Curse you beautiful day!" or something like that, then you are a December purist and probably don't have preschool-aged boys. Because as a mom of two preschoolers of the male gender, I can say in all honesty that this day is a blessing from God. He has seen the plight of the weary, down-trodden moms who know that winter is coming and that there is no proper way to release a four-year old's energy inside of a house. You might think you've gotten him worn down with a rousing game of monster chase or tag but you'll be wrong. And the energy will build exponentially until he explodes.
Today was a day to push the kids out of the house, to take a walk, to play on the swings. Today was a chance to burn off some energy and enjoy nature. Today was God's nod to the stay-at-home moms. And I, for one, am very thankful.

photo by: immagina http://www.flickr.com/photos/immagina/163899554/