Monday, Day 3 of the challenge proved to be just that. As already said, it can be really hard to find even a moment in our busy lives. With Kaylen returning to school and I to work after spring break, it was that much more evident. Gone were blanket forts, late brunches and clear schedules. Back were early morning gym sessions, busy commuter trains and speed walking.
I longed to go outside whilst running on the treadmill, but the darkness kept me in. Later I managed to take a moment while waiting to cross the street from one skytrain station to the next - but is that enough? I savored the can't-put-your-finger-on-it smell of the rain and wet asphalt. Then the little man popped up and I was on my way again. The moment did feel good, but the hustle and bustle of the rest of the day seemed to outweigh it.
At least Kaylen managed to do a little better. He was happy to be back at school and playing soccer at recess with his friends despite the rain.
Fast forward to the end of the day and it was back on the train for me. I was off to meet the boys at the community center to catch the end of Kaylen's karate practice. I was pleasantly surprised to learn that my husband had left the car at home. That meant we could enjoy the walk home together. And that's what we did. It might not have been the most natural of environments, but being together, walking and holding hands felt pretty darn good.
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