Accompanying the daughter playing odong-odong at night

accompanying my daughter to play on the odong-odong ride
That night felt so warm and together as my wife and I accompanied our little daughter on the odong-odong (traveling vehicle). After a long day of activities, simple moments like this are the best way to bring joy to our children and relieve stress for us as parents. It doesn't require a fancy venue or expensive expenses; simply seeing our daughter's happy smile fills our hearts. The odong-odong (traveling vehicle) we visited was quite crowded with other children. The bright, colorful lights, accompanied by cheerful music, added to the lively atmosphere of the night.

Sitting while waiting for our daughter to be ready to play
Our daughter enthusiastically chose her favorite odong-odong and climbed aboard without hesitation. Her face looked so happy, as if all her tiredness had vanished in an instant. The cost to play was very affordable, only Rp. 5,000 per child. With this price, the children could play to their heart's content for as long as they wanted. As parents, we were happy that we didn't have to spend a lot of money to provide our children with enjoyable entertainment. This simple privilege felt so precious.
While our daughter was engrossed in play, my wife and I sat on the bench next to her. From there, we watched her every move and smile. Occasionally, she'd wave at us, and we'd return her affectionate smiles. Sitting together, chatting lightly while watching our children play, brought a sense of calm and happiness that's hard to describe.
The night wore on, but joy still radiated from our daughter's face. She played until she was completely satisfied. When the game was over, she came down, her face bright and full of stories. We listened patiently to every word she said, though simple, yet meaningful to us as parents. This evening's moments taught us that family happiness often comes from the little things. Accompanying our children to play, sitting with our partner, and enjoying our uninterrupted togetherness are gifts for which I am grateful. May simple moments like these continue to be beautiful memories in our little family's journey.
Best regard @fajrulakmal99


