Friday, May 1, 2009

last days



as we enter our last 7 days in america, it's time to take stock.

things i'll miss about america.

1) the seasons.

spring : the joy of seeing green buds sprouting from branches, grass emerging after a dreary & long drawn MN winter, yellow dandelions dancing among the grass, baby animals at the zoo

summer : the smell of sunscreen, splash pads, wading pools, swims in lakes, strawberry & raspberry picking, picnics at playgrounds, lakes & parks

fall : apple picking, wagon rides, hay stacks, cool breezy days, jumping in leaves, beautiful colours of leaves in gold, red & orange

winter : sledding, snowmen, snowballs, baking

2) stroller-friendly places with tons of automatic doors & ramps

3) clean bathrooms (toilets) with paper, hand soap, towels & diaper changing table. it's a bonus if we find a family restroom (big enough for the whole family, shopping cart (trolley)

4) free parking in most places

5) indoor play areas in shopping malls (great for parents' tired legs & kids' energetic ones)

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