I just can't say enough about the new Children's Garden at Assiniboine Park. . .The first time I saw it in full bloom after the grand opening I had to use every ounce of willpower to stop myself from openly applauding. . .then skipping and running through the darn place like an overgrown ape-like child. . .instead I contained myself, although I couldn't do anything about the stupid grin plastered across my chops. . or the many random outbursts declaring (to nobody in particular) THIS PLACE IS FLIPPING FANTASTIC!!!
I'm not just saying this because we happen to be partners in the company responsible for constructing some of the amazing installations out of reclaimed wood. .. ahem. . cough. .Wood Anchor. . .cough!
The best part about the "thinking" that must have been invested into the design of the garden was that unlike a giant "McDonald's Play-land" full of so much distraction that kids are overwhelmed and can barely think straight, the Assiniboine Park Children's Garden built into the design. .. room for IMAGINATION !! There is room for space(if that makes sense?). . .room for imaginary play. . .and the flow incorporates opportunities for discovering the unexpected. .. I LOVE the organic flavour. . .this granola loving gal gives it 2 thumbs up with a side of Whooopeeeee!!
This week has been packed full of "stuff". . .yesterday I attended a workshop on Strategic Planning. . .and it blew my mind. .. in more than the figurative sense. . .my head is still aching. . .I think I might have blown a fuse. . .but that's alright. .stretching right?? I'm putting together a short summary of some of the neat take-aways from the lesson plan. I'll share next post. . .tonight my dear Georgia competes for her yellow belt in Taekwondo, and right now I've got a 3 year old on my lap requesting some reading time. .. so off I go!
Rock out. be mighty and make someones day. . .do something EXTRA kind, just because it's Wednesday:)
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Sisters, cousins and grandma...sounds like a fantastic day. Glad you are doing well and out having fun together.
PS - your dad taught me how to use a packing tape gun too when I worked for him and with all the moving we do, it's been a lifesaver. The legacy lives on ;)
Great work Colleen, you are an inspiration.
Posted by: staying where my hands are | June 12, 2011 at 09:56 PM
i agree. such a great park!
Posted by: Ruth | June 24, 2011 at 10:17 PM
yes! we were just there this summer while visiting my grandparents! glad to have found you!
Posted by: kristin | June 27, 2011 at 09:06 AM