Take a Break to Play

Cleaning and scrubbing can wait till tomorrow,

For babies grow up we've learned to our sorrow,

So settle down cobwebs and dust go to sleep

For I'm rocking my baby and babies don't keep.

--Unknown

Growing up, my mom had this poem posted up on the wall. It is a beautiful reminder that our children grow up way too fast. Sometimes what is most important is putting off all the chores of the day and remembering to take time to enjoy our children.

In the spirit of the season and of this poem, take a break from your chores today, go outside, and play in the colorful fall leaves with your kid. They will remember it and cherish it more than you may know.