My Favorite Paper Airplane from Patrick Rhone on Vimeo.

Beatrix and I spent the best parts of this last weekend being outside throwing paper airplanes. All totaled, we likely spent about 3 hours doing so. It was the most fun, rewarding, and relaxing activity I’ve done in a long time. Cheap, easy, fun. Kept both a 5 year old and a 45 year old entertained for hours.

Above, I share my favorite paper airplane design. These glide well and go long if made right. I challenge you to spend some time making and flying one today. Guaranteed to lift your soul.

I think our children are full of valuable lessons like this. That you don’t need to spend a lot of money. All you need is time and imagination. The rest will fall into place.