Yikes! They "upgraded" blogger. In other words, it may or may not be better, but it's definitely different, and all the quirks I was accustomed to and knew how to work with are now different quirks. And what was very easy (for me) now has a learning curve. Sigh. I guess I'll tackle figuring out what's better about it later.
So, this week. I blinked, it's gone. Some weeks are like that. I have dozens of pictures from Peter's birthday and field day and my visit with Heather and Kerri that I've been hoping to get a chance to post. Obviously hasn't happened. Ah well. Time marches on, and thankfully, I'm getting dragged along with it. At least that means we're also one week closer to the day when I will be privileged to be a stay-at-home mommy. Woo-hoo! :)
I did want to go on record with one thing though. In case you were wondering. We are not perfect. My kids squabble. And whine. Not always. But daily. Sometimes hourly. Sometimes more often than that. I get impatient with them far too often and far too quickly. Hubby and I do not always agree--in fact, sometimes we significantly disagree. We're all sinners living together in the same home and as such, we deal with sinful attitudes and actions on a (very) regular basis. But, by God's grace, we strive to address these things Biblically, and we rejoice that when we ask God to forgive our sins, He is faithful and just to do so. He writes the lessons on our hearts, but He forgets our sins. He chooses not to think of them. ever. again. And so, on our blog, I choose to do the same. Not because I'm trying to give a false image, but because I am thankful that He gives grace for the challenges (particularly the parenting ones), and I want to purposefully rejoice in the blessings of each day.
So, in case you ever wondered, yes. We struggle with the same stuff you do. (At least I'm assuming we're not alone in that!) The challenges are many, but by God's grace, He's growing us every day and throws piles of blessings and fun in amidst the challenges. And that's what we rejoice in and choose to document for future recollection. In case you were wondering. :)
Day 114. Peter is thoroughly enjoying his new soccer goal, although I'm still wondering how he managed to rope Hannah in as goalie ... ;)
Day 115. Houston, we have heat. Coming from vents in the floor! Final details are still awaiting completion and the thermostat needs to be installed, but Chris can hotwire the system when desired. (This picture reflects his expression when he achieved somewhat unexpected results on his first attempt.) The heat was a huge blessing during the cold snap earlier this week, and the fans circulating the air have helped offset the muggyness of recent days. Great job, Hon!
Day 116. Reading, reading, and more reading. Hannah definitely got into her reading contest for school and spent (pretty much) every waking moment with her nose in a book this week. :) It was fun to see her enjoying it--and a blessing that she was able to be glad for her friend who took 1st place while she took 2nd.
Day 118. He's not too big for favorite things though. The big kids ride with Daddy to school in the mornings, but Matthew goes in with Mommy, and he always makes sure that my red bag gets loaded with all of the important things of life. Like bears. And ducks. And tractors. And the mouse book.
Day 119. Thanks for the airplanes, Grandpa! They were a definite hit when we pulled them out this weekend. :)
And that's that. :) Thankful for His blessings and for His grace.
We love you, Buddy, and are so very thankful for you!
So thankful for his teacher, Miss Bethany! :)
Mommy definitely knows this little guy's smile. :)
