The Day Ariella Discovered Rhubarb

 

 

 Some of the sweetest memories are the ones you never plan for.

Today wasn’t anything big or exciting. We were outside enjoying a beautiful day, soaking up the sunshine and fresh air, when she discovered rhubarb for the first time. Not a toy. Not a fancy outing. Just a piece of rhubarb from the garden and the happiest little reaction.

Watching her face light up over something so simple reminded me how much joy exists in everyday moments. As adults, we rush through so many things, but babies remind us to slow down. To notice. To laugh. To experience things for the very first time again.

There’s something special about watching your child discover the world — even when that world is just a backyard, a porch swing, and rhubarb.

I know years from now I probably won’t remember what chores needed done today or what was on my to-do list. But I think I’ll remember her smile, the way she held onto that rhubarb like it was the greatest treasure she had ever found, and the way we laughed together on the porch.

These are the moments I want to keep forever.

And apparently… she’s officially a rhubarb fan. ❤️