Fresh Squeezed

I can’t think of a better way to start the day than with fresh squeezed orange juice. We have a simple hand juicer (bought for about $5.00 at the grocery store) that I set out in the morning alongside a couple of oranges cut in half, and some glasses. Jack is in charge of twisting, turning, and squeezing the oranges, and then pouring the fresh juice into the glasses. Then he gets to enjoy the fruits of his labor. It’s a cheerful (and healthy) ritual that takes only a couple of extra minutes. The best part? All that work really wakes up his little hands, getting them ready to rise and shine for the big day ahead.

What's your favorite way to start the day? Please share!

Comments

[Elizabeth]

Our morning ritual isn't quite so vigorous. I wake my daughter for school by laying with her for about 15 minutes. We cuddle and whisper, and it really helps center both of us before the hectic day starts.

I also pray with both my kids to start their day, and we ask Jesus to come into our hearts. And then we say this really goofy thing I read a few years ago. It's "Good morning. I love you. We're going to have a GREAT DAY!" We usually shout the "great day" part. :)

[layla bb solms]

I was talking to our daughter Chloe the other day about some things I miss about my grandmother. She used to make me fresh-squeezed orange juice every time she cooked (yes, hot pancakes) breakfast for me.

I've been thinking a lot about all the wonderful things my grandmother and grandfather did for me, and I am stunned by how much of their lives they poured into mine.