You sing and dance wherever you go and it seems as if the light follows you.
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The Joy Project
Tonight it was just us by the lake. I loved watching you fish and then build along the shoreline. I love seeing your imagination at work. You got so excited sharing with me what you were "inventing". I love you Bubby.
Today you tubed for the first time by yourself. You jumped right in with out any hesitation. I love that about you. I always hesitate, think about things, and many times, back away from doing them. I hope in life, more often than not, you will jump right in. My prayer is that you will live without fear and live out all the plans that God has for you. Let Him use you in all the ways He has planned. I love you Bubby.
I was walking down to the lake today as I noticed the four of you through the trees. There you each were. My loves--my world. Our family and our days together are such blessings that I never take for granted.
This week there have been a lot of things heavy on mama's heart. I realize the valleys of life are always when God draws me closer to Him and I am grateful for that. Today we went out and played in the rain. You ran up and down the road jumping in puddles, laughing and squealing in delight. It felt good. It felt really good.
This simple picture is just a reminder to me of how much I love the three of you. I am so blessed to be your mama.
In school this week we studied the letter A. We talked about different words that start with A and did various activities to accompany our lesson. I look at this picture and I can't help but think: A is for attitude. You are our most expressive child and I love the flare you live life with.
It was a rainy, stay inside most of the day, kind of day. I love the relationship you guys share. Most often when I find you off together it is pretty loud. I hear your squeals and laughter from rooms away.
Today was such a good day. You guys all worked hard on your school work. The weather was beautiful and we did our science lesson on the back porch. Afterwards, you and Bubby decided to make up a game to play called Egg Wars. It ended with you and baby Sissy covered in egg yolk. You asked if you could go down to the lake and clean off there instead of a shower. Of course, I said yes. There is something so relaxing and so calming to me by the water. It was a good day indeed.
For as long as I can remember, you have been a child that wakes up very pleasant in the mornings. I love the few moments of quiet, when we often snuggle together, before the day begins.
Today you were "over" doing handwriting. This is the reality of life. There will be many things we do not really want to do, but we have to. I get it, I promise I do.
I often wish I could slow down time; to savor each and every minute with you all just a bit longer. I have loved every stage of your childhood thus far and have so many favorite memories of each age when I think back on your short lives. This week as I walked into the kitchen, I realized that this is becoming a "new" familiar sight. The two of you are able to do more for yourselves. You are able to do things you once needed me to do for you. It is a blessing to watch you grow more independent and to be able to help me in new ways around the house. And with this image, I am once again reminded of how special each day truly is.
I will never grow tired of watching you create your art. Your favorite thing to do is paint. I think that I should make you a book of all the images I have of you painting. Today you painted while Big Sissy and Bubby did table work. You stopped for a bit to play dress up and princess. You came back a little later dressed as a mermaid with your pink high heels and painted again. I love watching you in your world while you talk and sing and dance. You are so animated in all you do.
Today I was reminded how wonderful it is to be a part of the pictures. It's just a snapshot, taken with my free arm, yet as I look at it, I am filled with so much joy. I love seeing us together. I love your sweet dimple and the way your eyes light up when you laugh.
We spent this gorgeous day outside from morning to afternoon and we had a wonderful time, even if part of it did include tears. Isn't this the reality of our days? Sometimes, I feel like it is important to share these moments as well. There are ups and downs each and every day. Even as a mother, I have my highs and lows. As I climbed into bed last night, I thought about how thankful I am for God's grace.I question all the time if I am a good enough mama for you all. I think many mamas do this. Our hearts are so full and we only want the best for our children. I will mess up a lot as a mother, but always know I am learning too and I love you with all my heart. I am glad that this moment of frustration and tears was just that. A moment of our day. We had so many other moments filled with laughter and joy and that is what life is truly about. We have to see past the hard times, to truly enjoy the good ones.
We often say that Baby Sissy is like your real life American Girl doll. I love you girls so much.
My sweet, strong willed child. I love you and your desire for independence, but it sometimes brings on moments such as these. You got dressed today in your favorite dress and white sandals and mama asked you to change into something warmer. This did not make you happy.
Your ds and the wii are two of your favorite things. Everyday you ask for a little "game" time before or after school. I am grateful that you love to go outside still more than anything else still. I hope you always will value the fresh air, exercise and the outdoors.
We spent the day at Epcot today with your cousins and enjoyed exploring the park and seeing new things. I didn't take my camera with us and only took a few pictures with my phone throughout the day. It was a good day, you guys were so helpful and I just enjoyed being there with you so much. We got home and you were in the yard playing and I asked if I could get a picture of the two of you together. So often, I capture you playing or interacting, off in your own world, but I love these portraits of you also.
I am so grateful for all you both do for our family. I don't know if I tell you thank you enough, but you help mama so much. Today, like many other days, you also helped with your cousins. I am so blessed to watch you and see the love you share with your baby sister and all those around you.
I remember when Big Sissy was 2 1/2 and Bubby was born. I would have never imagined the relationship you guys would come to share. There's something so special when I look at this picture. I see so many memories and so much love between you. You compete and argue, but you always come back to one another. I hope you will always remain close. I pray that when you get older, you will also share fun times with your own children together. Family is truly one of life's richest blessings.
Today it was a little chilly outside. You really wanted to go outside and play with Bubby and big Sissy but you didn't want to take off your leotard and tutu to put warmer clothes on. You decided to stay inside with mama and spent some time playing on my bed while I cleaned and got some work done. Every few minutes you would stop and watch them from the window. Then you would get back to talking and dancing and singing. I love to watch you in your world, always so animated and full of life. It is precious.