Being A Kid

Getting older usually means more responsibility higher stress and less time to have carefree moments. Having more responsibility doesn’t mean that I’m not happy in fact it is usually the opposite because responsibility brings the satisfaction of achievement when goals are met. That being said I think it is important to take time for some care free moments with people you love. To have an effective care free moment it is important to participate in an activity of some sort that originally took place at a care free time in your life. I’m talking about something that doesn’t cost a penny and will most likely result in trash talking that reminds one of grade school. Here is an acceptable list of care free activities (according to me):

Dodge Ball

Wall Ball

Tag (Under Dog Style of Course)

Red Rover

Kick Ball

Any Activity Participated in on a Trampoline

Feel free to modify this list but keep in mind this list includes no adult leisure time activities and I feel that this is what makes these activities so perfect.

The other night some friends and I got together and played kick ball in a backyard. You can guess what happened; rules were amended mid game, arguments about whether or not someone was out arose, the score differed depending on which team you asked and my personal favorite after catching a fly ball I was chased down and kicked by a girl. (I think she was flirting with me)

The result of this game was a couple of hours that were only focused on the task at hand and a swassy mess involving anyone who didn’t dress in athletic apparel just like grade school recess (skinny jeans and exercise do not mix). I was lucky enough to be on the winning team which meant that the rest of the night I was one of the idolized hero’s to all those who participated. At least I think everyone idolized me, I did kick a gnarly home run in the first inning.

Life is meant to be enjoyed and when the monotony of responsibility sets in it is important to stop and enjoy a care free moment here and there.