The other day I came home and found this:
My hubby came home and he just wanted it cleaned up.... I was happy to see it because when I came home I saw my daughter outside surrounded by all of the neighborhood kids and she was directing and supervising the "building". She was the youngest one there and if they are at my house I know where she's at and what she is doing. Happy daughter, at home = happy Mama!
The fort is still up, looking a little ragged around the edges, her muddy clothes still need to be washed but I have photos and memories (and so does she) which will outlast the muddy clothes, mad Daddy and the actual fort! These times are what makes being a kid so fun and special!
I'd love it if you would leave me a comment and let me know what kind of "forts" your kids build!