the good years

you always think you'll miss the baby stage (and i guess you do in some ways), but i'm kind of liking this stage of life.  after supper one night recently, every kid was occupied by something of his own doing.  william was stringing a racket, reed was reading a book, wes was working on a school project (unprompted), and the US Open was on in the background.  everyone can shower on their own, pack their own lunches, and dress themselves.  well, maybe that last thing needs a little help, but i'll take these ages for sure!!