The survival of a heart

A week ago I watched a Dad bring his four boys into the park.

The oldest with a footy.

Down the scale ... A scooter, independent merry making on the swings and those jungle gym spider contraptions.

But for the youngest? A very clever Dad.

"Find leaves, bark and sticks. Take care sorting them. Then make a message to share with the boys!"

The little one?

A message to share beyond his family. A public installation of joy and love.

He made a heart.

A week ago I watched a Dad bring his four boys into the park.

A busy week for all now complete.

The footy game is over, the scooter play enjoyed in the moment, independent merry making was had.

The little one?

A message to share beyond his family has endured.

Undisturbed. A public installation of joy and love remains.

He made a heart ...

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