I just recently returned from Taiwan. I really enjoy Taiwan. They have a park that is about a mile from my hotel that I like to run to in the mornings. It is about a mile around. So after running there, then a couple of times around the park, then run/walk back, turns out to be a great run. This last trip I decided to walk through the park on a Sunday. The park was full of people trying to relax. There were elderly groups doing Tai Chi, others were just sitting under a tree, talking. I really can't remember the last time I sat under a tree and just talked, (Blackberry in hand, doesn’t count).
I pride myself in keeping myself and my family busy. If we are busy then we are taking advantage of an opportunity and not watching SpongeBob. What I didn't realize is that I was not getting a chance to enjoy it or like they use to say stop and smell the roses. I am so thankful for this park in Taiwan that taught me how to stop and smell the roses. I spent a few hours just sitting at this park watching everyone. I am also thankful that I don't have to go to a park in the middle of a city with 3 million people to find trees. I am also thankful the past years that I have had the opportunity to see many new countries and meet new people. I miss my family a lot, but I am thankful for a husband that hugs my kids twice as much when I am gone and supports me.
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What a good post. Thanks for your thoughts. I'm grateful for the nature around me, and I think it's cool that your kids like to be so busy.
There's something about parks in foreign countries that is so great! When I was in London I lived right next to Kensington & Hyde Park. I used to love to go there and relax quietly for a moment. I'm glad you've found a friendly park on your travels, too.
I'm thankful for a family blog where I can read what my family is thankful for :)
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