When my kids learned that I walked going to Marland Heights, their first question was "Did you bring something to protect you from bad guys?" I told them that I picked up a palm size rock just in case I have to defend myself lol. They they asked me if they can join me next time. I told them that we have to practice first before they can go on a long walk like that so they agreed. We have been going around our neighborhood walking almost everyday after they got off from school.
On June 4, after I jogged, they asked if we can go to Pap's walking. I told them that I don't want to take them there without Dad because it would be hard for me to look for two on the road. They agreed to wait but they suggested for us to walk to Starvaggi Park. We have walked there for a couple of times already and they did fine so I thought, it won't be bad since it is only a total of 2.4 miles from here to there and back.
I was going to bring bottles of water but decided to just bring some cash to surprise the kids. We don't really buy soft drinks or soda here at home but once in a while we give them that as a treat. Since we were going for a walk, I thought it would be nice to drop by from the convenient store and buy them a drink. They were thrilled about that when we went inside the store.
They spent 30 minutes playing in the park and then we head back home since it was getting so hot. I wish that we could have went earlier when the heat of the sun wasn't so intense yet.
We stopped once on the way back because my son was over heating. I thought it was a cute picture when he sat by the garage sale sign lol.
When we arrived home, they chilled out by eating some of these fruit chillers.
That is awesome that you got them out there walking and how awesome that they walked so far! I need to get my kids out there and more active, too!
ReplyDeleteThey are used to walking because we do it almost everyday in our neighborhood during warmer months and when they go to school.
DeleteYou are teaching your kids a good lesson by getting them out and walking. So many kids just want to sit in front of the TV or computer now days.
ReplyDeleteI completely agree. Most kids nowadays don't even know what walking means lol.
DeleteIt looks like they had a really fun time! This is great that you are all walking together and making it fun too.
ReplyDeleteYes it is, we make it fun whatever it is that we do with our kids.
DeleteLooks like fun! My grandkids often walk 3 miles with me and we have biked 7 miles. I think it's a great way to exercise and have family time.
ReplyDeleteThat's great Alli. we do a lot of bike rides as well but just around our neighborhood. I usually ran out of gas pretty quickly lol.
DeleteI think it's great that you got the kids out and about like that. I think there's not enough of that in the world.
ReplyDeleteExactly. We have rulles at home, they can only plan an hour with their iPods and that's it, the rest are outdoor activities or reading.
DeleteGetting your kids to enjoy activity and exercise is a great thing. It is always best to start while they are young. So they can adapt training in to adulthood.
ReplyDeleteAmen to that, that's why hubby and I set an example to our kids.
DeleteMy kids would totally love that park. (though that one thing may give me a heart attack!)
ReplyDeleteMy kids love those snake climb hehehe.
DeleteWow thats great! My kids are huge lover of walks. I wish I could get them to walk so far, if I did they'd complain but its awesome you got yours to! - Jeanine
ReplyDeleteIt takes practice and when they get used to it I am surw they would enjoy it as much as you do.
DeleteA 2.4 mile walk seems like a long walk, I think my kids would start whining half way through! lol
ReplyDeleteFor those who isn't use to walking, 2.4 is far but for us it is near. We are used top walking almost everyday.
DeleteOur kids love walking with us and the three little ones are learning to love it also. It's a great way to spend some time together.
ReplyDeleteI agree. Glad to hear that you guys are active too.
DeleteMy kids always tell me they are "to tired" to do stuff, but I push them to go outside and play, and walk as much as possible. Thanks for the post, and great job keeping them active!
ReplyDeleteSometimes boredom can make you feel like you're too tired, if you get them active, they would do so much better.
DeleteWalking is super awesome! Great to have them doing some exercise and getting into healthy habits, totally encourage that.
ReplyDeleteWe will absoilutely keep being fit.
DeleteWhat a fun way to burn off energy with the family. Days like those are just the best!
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely, and it its a great bonding as well.
DeleteI cannot stress how important it is to instill good eating and fitness habits in our kids from a young age. Good for you!
ReplyDeleteThank you!
DeleteWalking is great exercise for the kids too. Kudos to them for walking thst far without complaining too much.
ReplyDeleteThey actually did not complain at all. They were very proud of what they have done.
DeleteOh yes! Walking such great exercise, though my kids act like its torture when we do it. LOL!
ReplyDeleteHahaha it takes pracice to love walking. My kids are used to it.
DeleteThey surely are troopers. I don't think I have the stamina to walk that far. I don't know if I could even walk a mile. LOL.
ReplyDeleteI think you can, you wouldn't know though unless you try.
DeleteIt's nice that you're starting them young. This is a great time to bond with kids.
ReplyDeleteAgree, it's a great bonding!
DeleteA little over 2 miles isn't too far. That's even easy to cover in some malls too. It's great that you're doing that as it's great for memories and exercise too. :)
ReplyDeleteI agree with you, I can even do 10 miles in the mall and wont feel tired. Walking outdoors is different thoguh especially when it is hot. So proud of my kiddos because not many kids are interested in walking these days.
DeleteIt's so great that they love to walk and get in that exercise, it's so important!
ReplyDeleteThat's right, it's so important to get them moving early. It's a great habit to develop young.
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