Kids of all ages love the thrill of mud. The dirt between your toes (haven’t felt that in a while) is good for the soul. Boys and men love the idea of going “muddling” in a super cool Jeep and feeling the mud hit the tires.
When we went to Pine Cove summer camps (my son Sam is a counselor there this summer… Love you Sam!), they have a game for the kid campers called “Buffalo Hunt.” While I don’t know the particulars I do know that the pictures are sooooo much fun! I really never understood why we didn’t get to play as adults, but I’m guessing it’s something to do with the liability of hip replacements and alike – ha ha.
So why is play important? It just so happens that getting out in the dirt, and really nature is primal. It’s something we were meant to do… This article has some fun reasons why. Here are the two I loved:
- MEMORIES! I think we all need to be mindful that creating memories are critical in our relationships, families, and to our legacy. Did we have fun? Why not get the whole team at work or the family around a big game involving dirt, mud and ADVENTURE. I think that is why the “mud” runs/5Ks, obstacle courses, etc are becoming so popular. (ToughMudder.com is a great site if you are looking to launch into a true effort) Our souls CRAVE nature, play and togetherness. I dare you to go build a mud pit this weekend in the hot sun and sling a little mud.
- Creative Thinking! For many of us, our best thinking comes when we are around the lake, mountains, long walks and just being out under the BIG SKY. I consider this a great take away and an inspiration for me to do more of this. As we often talk about here, living with intention is the path to GREATER DAYS and FULLER LIVES of EXCELLENCE AND JOY!
The weekend is upon us soon… What can you do to “stir” up a little fun?