Luke

Luke loves parks, long walks, and the smell of fresh air. He opens windows just to breathe it in. If it were up to him, we’d live outside!

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What does Luke love most about nature?

Luke has always had a deep connection with nature. As a toddler with a speech delay, he spent more time observing than anything else. He watched squirrels closely, listened to the birds, and often asked, “What’s that sound?” when he heard raindrops or chirping, which us parents often missed or took for granted. Now that his speech has improved, he can describe what he feels, loves animals on the farm, growing veggies and gardening.


What is Luke's favorite animal—and why?

Cows!! He likes that they are gentle, and loves how they move so calmly so he can watch their every move. What fascinates him is how cows give milk and help people, which makes him feel that these animals are kind and helpful animals. In fact, that’s how his kindergarten teachers also describe him, he is kind and helpful to his friends. I would also add that he is affectionate! He watches intently when we use cow manure in our veggie garden. To him, cows are caring and helpful.


What is Luke's favorite outdoor activity?

Luke loves going on long walks and taking pictures of nature. We live in Chicago, so he gets to enjoy all four seasons. Multicolored fall leaves, snowflakes, and flowers everywhere. At home, he looks through the photos he or his big brother or sister took and loves talking about the details I often miss, like dew on petals and leaves, footprints in the snow, or how the sun shines through the tree leaves. Actually when we walk in the snow, he whispers to me because it’s so quiet after a snowfall!

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