Kids, Boxes And Rabbits

In a world of computers, busy schedules, and electronic toys, simple pleasures and direct learning experiences have dwindled. I didn't need to tell you that. You know already how life has changed.

I remember a summer afternoon back in the 70's with my brother and sister, a bunch of cardboard boxes, and our pets. You know, I don't remember whether they were kittens or puppies now. I just remember spending time with my siblings and our creative endeavor together.

We cut doors in the boxes and attached them together with tape and staples and clothes pins and anything else we could think of. We built a castle - or was it a fort - with several levels. The pets - they must have been cats or kittens - enjoyed wandering through the doors and exploring the levels.

When I look at the wonderful multi-level rabbit cages available today, I think of the fun we had back then. Rabbits are curious like cats, and love to climb up and explore different things.

So now I'm ready to collect some boxes for my kids (I have four, kids, not boxes). It will be hard because they usually have plans for every box that becomes available in our house. But I think when I share with them the day their mom, aunt, and uncle had way back in the 70's, they'll look forward to building a temporary castle - or will it be a fort - for Anna's rabbit. Rabbits love tunnels. The kids can hide chew toys and treats around. Fizzy Pop will love that.

And perhaps in 2035 when they look back, they'll remember an afternoon when they had a great time with a bunch of boxes and their pet rabbit.

Laurie Stroupe
Precious Pet Rabbits
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