Stroller-less

I like strollers, I really do. They are a great invention when you think about it. Contain the kids, have a nice spot for your coffee and your bags or whatever you might need. Save your back from having to carry the usually struggling to get away from you toddler. But, there is also a sense of freedom when you don't have one. You don't need to worry about how many steps there are to get in and out of a building, you don't have to struggle to get through the doors by making your arm stretch as long as you possibly can and hurling the stroller quickly through the door all the while hoping the door doesn't take off your heel. And the best part- you get to just follow along....

 And meet new friends....

 And find new adventures...

 Wait, are you still there?

 And go places the stroller can't.....

 And crunch in the leaves...

 And meet more stroller-less friends....

 And walk by and look on with interest at those who are still contained....

 And decide that you are big enough to not hold anyone's hand and just to make sure you are going to leave them clasped behind your back so no one tries....

  And just relish the fact that you can touch the glass without trying to reach over a stroller tray....

And just be...

Ah, freedom, can you feel it?