A Boy in the House

Joshua came home with us last night. We stopped in Indianapolis to pick him up. Our home now shows the unmistakable signs of a small boy in residence--tiny metal cars, Wii games next to the TV, a small green bike parked at the door.

Josh decided to explore the woods this afternoon. It's important to be ready for anything when one explores in the woods. It's dark and wild beasts dwell within.

Armed with binoculars, a flashlight, water bottle and a broom, Josh made a tentative foray into our green jungle. It seems a broom is an invaluable tool--it can ward off an attacking chipmunk as well as brush aside leaves and limbs. Josh handles the broom like a ninja and demonstrated his cat like agility before leaving for his journey into the wooded realm.

Kevin had a long work day today but mustered up the energy to be grandpa once he got home. After supper he and Josh headed into the woods for a greater exploration. Josh waded in the water and found groundhog holes dug deep into the creek banks.

I've spent months now marveling at the life sustained in our small woods and now I've seen more of its magic through the eyes of a boy. I think both the woods and I are changed forever.