Power Down

As I waited for the bus to come, a girlfriend told me there is no power. Right there my mind start in a panic mode. How am I suppose to cook? How am I suppose to vacuum the cracker crumbs in my living room? How am I suppose to wash clothes so the laundry basket is empty for the weekend? How am I suppose to wash dishes? How am I suppose to take a shower and dry my hair? All these questions came rushing through that I got so overwhelmed and started to get scared but of course in my friend's face, I stayed calm.

Then the bus came. As we walked in the house, he turned the tv on, but it did not work. He turned his kindle fire on but it needed to be charged. He wanted to play in the computer but there is no internet. He asked me to bake cookies but I can't. I explained to my son the power is down and he replied, "no electricity? Man I am so bored it feels like it's the end of the world!". As innocent as his comment is, it got me to thinking, what is happening to the world today?

Isn't it funny how we can't function without electricity? I grew up in simple life, washed clothes in the river, cooked using a firewood and kids play with whatever they can find and use their imaginations, adults gather around playing cards, and whatever chore needed to be done was divided into each family member. As basic as life was, I did not think of anything not complained being bored because it was always a fascinating experience to play with other kids, get in trouble as we explore and discover.

Now, seeing myself all worried and my son bored, made me realize just spoiled we have been. I need to get back toy roots and teach my son the basics of life. I believe that as a parent, it is my responsibility to teach him just what contentment and "real" fun is all about. It's not about having all the newest gadgets and games. Just because there is no electricity does not mean it's the end of the world, we can always do somethings else. Kids can read a book, play with their toys or the entire family can play together. Other things can wait. Food? Having take outs once in a while won't hurt, right? Let's take advantage for a time like this to spend quality time with our respective families. Snuggle, tickle, and giggle or have a pillow fight. Whatever you see fit, make the time count.

Power down? Tune the fun ON!