Sun Mote Copse stand against the tide

Eljay did not seem too excited for a chance to swim again and Elfie's face expressed disappointment. Though even to him it was clear that the stream here was too fast and the banks too steep, dad could have showed at least a bit of appreciation for his idea. Otherwise it was the same old game of "I am an adult and I know better".

But, since there were not many other alternatives, the boy followed Eljay's lead obediently, not contributing to their shared problem and entertaining himself with all the great rocks, weeds and water around. If he wanted to play a know-it-all parent, so be it.