There are times when I think the world is just so full of anguish and hurt, but after seeing the kindness in the hearts of these two kids, it makes me optimistic about the world again. I was so bummed that I didn't have my camera with me that day!
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After running a few errands here and there, Stailynne and I met up with my sister Jamie at Del Taco. I ordered, and we sat in the play area so that Lynne could get some of that pent up energy released. She was so excited to play but found that she could only get to the first level of the playground because she just wasn't tall enough. Jamie took her through once and then sat down and started eating. Regardless of her not being tall enough, she kept trying anyways.
There was a pair of siblings that were also at the playground. The little boy (possibly 4 or 5 years old) was hanging out at the first level when Stailynne popped her head up and said "Help me." He looked reluctant at first, but didn't hesitate to do as she said. He tried pulling her arms up, and lifting her up by the waist, but it just wasn't working. He said that she was just too heavy. LOL! He went to get help from his older sister (maybe she was 6 or 7). There were several attempts on trying to get up to the second level. It was so funny to watch just how hard they were trying. All the while Stailynne was just walking back and forth to the table where we sat eating our lunch, and to the only part of the playground she could reach. I could hear the siblings talking amongst themselves trying to devise a plan help her. Finally after at least the 10th time, I could hear my daughter giggling. I turned around and saw that she was finally on the second level. Jamie and I yelled out "Yay!" Stailynne was thrilled, and the brother and sister were so proud of themselves. I was proud of them too.
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It's not a lie to say that the world is not fair, and can sometimes be a harsh place. But I believe that when we teach our children to be considerate and kind, that ultimately it will make this place a whole lot easier to live in. It's always nice to see a parent instilling good morals in their children. This gives me hope.
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