The last two days with my children and grandchildren have been wonderful. My daughter and her daughter yesterday for some play, laughter, lunch and cake. We have used our deck two days in a row and have been loving it.

My son visited the day before with his children and we also had lunch and played for hours.

These simple times can have some real memories in them. From a young grandchild grabbing my hand strongly with so much excitement it’s hard to understand them talking about where we’re going and what we’re doing but I slowly pick it up. But just feeling one of them squeezing my hand is something I’ll cherish.

Mostly because I know it has a lifespan. Then again, I can see my granddaughters holding hands as I congratulate them on their graduation years from now. And certainly, a firm handshake from my grandson and a big hug from all of them.

So many things about a simple life appeal to me. Not having a huge home or expensive cars to worry about. Not having to travel far and wide to be happy. Being close to my children and grandchildren that we can see each other with ease. Having friends, I can gather with regularly.

We don’t need the Michelin 5 Star restaurants; we have some local favorites that suit us just fine. I don’t need a seat on a cruise ship; I have my hammock on my old pool deck.

I don’t need the latest and greatest camera equipment; I’m fine with my outdated and average cameras.

I think I’ll keep this Sunday simple.