Finding ways to fit everything into the school summer holidays is harder than it looks. There is still the usual long list of jobs to be done, some of which are now years behind schedule. We are also trying to fit in at least one family outing a week, to keep the boys onside. They were both given the chance to choose where to go for the last two weeks. Last week we had a very enjoyable few hours at the Cotswold Wildlife Park, as chosen by the 5 year old. I know zoos are not everyones cup of tea, but I really like the chance to get up close and personal with creatures such as wolfs, lions and rhinos.
This morning we were in Bourton, as chosen by the nearly 11 year old. Not to visit Birdworld, which is the main tourist trip, but to two smaller attractions. The model village is typical of it's ilk, but worth a look. The model railway exhibition though is a very good cheap way to spend an hour or so. There are four track layouts, and three of them offer the chance for young (and not so young) visitors to control the trains. Bliss for three of us, hope my wife liked it too!
Yesterday, we had a trip to visit my wife's parents. Worked for our lunch though, clearing parts of both the garden and the attic. Hard work in the heat, but worthwhile, as feels good to be able to help them out, after them helping us in so many ways over the last twenty years. Spent few hours relaxing reading in the shade after lunch.
The bible teaches us to honour our parents, and for both parents and children to respect each other. Family has always been important to me, and is more so now as I have fewer immediate family than I once did, and those that remain are getting older.
Driving back over the Cotswolds today, I felt reminded that family is a cornerstone of my faith. Family life was important to Jesus, and we are taught to put family behind God in the pecking order, but above everything else. So easy to get that wrong at times.
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