Recent Loves

Recent loves....

1.  Brogan's laughter when I make him "big and tall like mommy."  Which is standing him up on his crib and asking him, "What's up?"  His response is always the same...."The sky!" followed by lots and lots of giggles. :)

2.  The times Addi actually decides to sleep.  Which is rare these days. She was so tired yesterday that she fell asleep on the floor at 5:30 pm.  Yet, when we put her to bed for the night or even a nap now, she REFUSES to sleep.

3.  The ability (by the grace of God) to bite my tongue and keep my mouth shut when a certain someone felt the need to give us unsolicited advice as to why she thinks our daughter doesn't want to go to sleep. :)  For the record, those of you who read this blog are free to give advice if you like.  :)

4.  Sweet encouragement from a lady at church.  A lady who doesn't read my blog and yet felt compelled to share with me and encourage me today.  It was not a coincidence...it was a God "thing."

5.  Our church.  It is amazing.  We had great fellowship with some people on Thursday night and we just love going to our services.  We are so blessed!

6.  When Jared comes through the door each day after work.  It's like a circus event...seriously the kids and I get so excited!  Jared does too. ;)

7.  Sunny days...just because they never get old.  :)

8.  Addi sharing with her brother.  It is super sweet.  They both get fruit snacks from their teachers after church on Sunday mornings.  This is the only time they get fruit snacks so they LOVE that treat.  Brogan's class didn't get any today. I told Addi.  She said, "It's OK.  I will share with him."    We didn't even have to ask...she just volunteered. She gave him two pieces.  He asked for more.  She gave him one more.  Considering there are only like 8 - 10 in the bag, I thought that was quite generous of her.  Brogan was happy with her generosity and Jared and I were so proud of her! :)

9.  The rough days...it makes me even more thankful for the better days.

10.  Jesus.  I am so thankful for Him every day.  He puts up with so much from me and loves me just the same.  I can't comprehend how He does this and yet, He does.  So grateful!!