Out of the Laboratory

. . . spent so much time in laboratories that the world when he came out seemed to dazzle him, so that he walked slowly, lifted his hand to screen his eyes and paused, with his head thrown back, merely to breathe the air. - Virginia Woolf, To the Lighthouse

Most days I stay inside and take care of a baby. My laboratory consists of a nursing spot (the couch and a well-placed pillow), a changing table, and a laundry station (have to keep up with those cloth diapers!). But on the weekends, when my husband is home, we like to enjoy some variation in the routine. This morning we took a walk and I decided to document my own "out of the laboratory" experience. Taking time out of the normal structure of things is crucial if I want to continue to endure the ho-hum nature of the everyday! Being outside in God's fresh creation is especially rewarding.

Ready to embark.

She's not too happy about the bright light.

Through the avenue of oaks.

First view of the pond.

Happy walkers.

Light in the fountain.

Overgrown mushroom.

Fishers stand in the breeze.

Watchman.

Tree waves at us.

Looking like firecrackers.

She likes dappled shade better.

Ducks.

I like ducks.

I plan to make time for more dazzling outings from the laboratory soon.