My dad, Prairie Pa, sent pictures of the chicken coop he lived in over 50 years ago with my mother.
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| This is NOT what I expected the chicken coop's innards to look like. My parents never mentioned it was a McMansion Coop. The coop is now being used as a storage shed. I am guessing because it isn't up to code. |
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| Prairie Pa and the chicken coop's owner. Maybe HGTV would like to feature the coop on an upcoming episode of "Fixer Upper." |
WARNING for those of you planning to ask your family deeper questions. It takes time to build up to asking meaningful questions and I do not recommend springing them out of nowhere. I know this from experience.
Earlier this summer, I asked Prairie Pa what he most enjoyed about being a father. I thought he'd say either "Watching his three beautiful children grow into outstanding citizens" or "Knowing his competent daughter could make a top notch cup of coffee." Here is how the conversation went:
Me: Dad, what do you most enjoy about being a father?
Tick tock. Tick tock. Nervous cough from Prairie Pa. Crickets. Crickets.
Me: Dad? Did you hear me?
Prairie Pa: I don't know. I never really thought about it.
WHAT?!!? He never thought about it? Being a glutton for punishment I decided to ask my mom the same questions.
Me: Mom, what do you most enjoy about being a mother?
L-O-N-G Pause
Prairie Ma: I really liked it when you and Heidi threw me a surprise birthday party.
My conclusion from these conversations is that I am taking motherhood way too seriously. No need to ruminate on if I am spending enough quality time with my children or if I am creating a joyful home environment or if there are enough stimulating books on the shelves. I am free. Thanks mom and dad!
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| Dear, dear children. This is the cake I would like to be served at my surprise party. |
I am off to visualize my ultimate surprise party.
Prairie Eydie
Your small small tips are really helpful for newbies like me.
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