For a parent silence is something that is, missed, craved, suspect and rare.
Its amazing how noise polluted your brain can become when you're sharing your space with children, pets and modern technology (the boob tube).
Children don't long for moments of silence like adults do. Their main goal is to have a blast discovering their voice and the sounds that things make when you slam them together. And that's awesome, but at some point, you as a parent need silence. The best kind of silence is the kind that surprises you in the middle of the day, or on a car ride. That magical moment when you realize both of your kids are asleep at the same time!
Sure there are things to do when you finally have your hands free. Chores, bills, and catching up with your DVR. But I think the most important thing that we never really seem to do, is take the time to breath in the silence and enjoy it. No TV no radio, just a mind at rest. Open the windows and let the sounds and smell surround you. Breathe it in. Its rejuvenating. whats good for you is even better for the kids.
And of course, as i sit here breathing in my moment, the baby starts crying....
It was damn good while it lasted though.
My silent moment came with a beautiful view
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