Life Is Beautiful

Enjoy the little things in life because one day you’ll look back and realize they were the big things.

Last summer, John and I found ourselves in a once in a lifetime situation – we were both off work at the exact same time. I was finishing my maternity leave and he was waiting for a new job to start. I mean, how often does this happen? Never, really.

At the time, I had a few months left in my maternity leave and I was convinced I was going to use that time to illustrate my third book. So when John suddenly had the time off, I didn’t know what to make of it. I selfishly wanted the time to myself.

But when he told me he wanted to spend as much time together as a family having fun – I really couldn’t say no. I mean, how could anyone say no to that? You only live once.

Over the course of our time off, we had so much fun together that I remember telling John – I need a day off! You’re wearing me out.

We went everywhere and did everything. We went to Africa Lion Safari, Niagara on the Lake, Niagara Falls, Florida, Ottawa, Toronto, Middle Evil Times, The Blue Jays, The Aquarium and to almost every restaurant you could think of.

I’m so happy we had this time together. We laughed, we loved and we created memories together.

It’s true what they say – enjoy all your time together, because it really goes so fast.

What would you do if you had the time off? I’d love to know. Tell me below.