Making Moments

Last night we had a campfire.  We didn't want to smell like smoke, so we used a propane one.  Kristen was a little bummed that we didn't have a real fire and some kids were like, "Lets get to it so I can watch a movie or do something else."  Well the meal of hotdogs, chips, carrots and punch was delicious, not to mention the s'mores.  We laughed, sang "Zoom Gali Gali,", and told a few interesting ghost stories.  It ended up being really fun.  I realized last night how moments take effort and endurance on the parents part.  Sometimes they just happen, but usually we need to plan something and  then have a good attitude. Food usually draws the crowds.  It helps if both parents are on board.  Have you ever said, "We're going to have fun whether you like it or not." Sometimes even with careful planning  it doesn't go how we picture, but it doesn't go at all if we don't make the effort to make moments.