Wednesday, November 10, 2010

Joy in the little things! (and RenFair Pics)

How do you do it? I get this question a lot. I guess the question isn't how, it is why. Both Chris and I have given up a lot but in return we have gained the world. It isn't the big moments that keeps us going it is the little joys.

It is:
~Rachel looking like a princess at the Renaissance Festival and everyone wanting a picture of her.
~Harmon getting a wonderful "first" report card.
~Cally learning how to do a high five.
~Harmon jumping into bed with me first thing in the morning and cuddling.
~Cally dancing to any music put on.
~Rachel saying "bye bye" to the cashier at Walgreens...

It goes on.

Than there are the things Chris and I do to let each other know we love one another. Like these last few mornings he covers me up in his blanket before he leaves at 6:30 so I don't get chilled my last little bit in bed. I try to do things for him too like making his favorite tacos this week.

Life has it's challenges. These days I'm just wasted by the time the evening comes around and I know Chris feels likewise. The company is going crazy and the kids are much crazier (and demanding). But we are surrounded by good people, and we are blessed. You just have to remember when you are dead exhausted, "the little things", than life no longer feels hard but happy.


Here are more pictures from last weekend's RenFair, yes, I know I'm cheesy!




1 comment:

  1. Such a great thing to learn, don't you think? When we focus on the little things, even the biggest trials aren't all that big anymore. those little smiles make up for it all. And they are absolutely perfect! I think kids are matched to the parents for optimal growth on both sides.
    And hopefully work calms down for Chris. Having a stressed hubby isn't very fun, and then add that on top of the crazy kids... its a wonder your hair hasn't turned white! :) Little things. Your kids are angels. Move to UT. :)

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Wednesday, November 10, 2010

Joy in the little things! (and RenFair Pics)

How do you do it? I get this question a lot. I guess the question isn't how, it is why. Both Chris and I have given up a lot but in return we have gained the world. It isn't the big moments that keeps us going it is the little joys.

It is:
~Rachel looking like a princess at the Renaissance Festival and everyone wanting a picture of her.
~Harmon getting a wonderful "first" report card.
~Cally learning how to do a high five.
~Harmon jumping into bed with me first thing in the morning and cuddling.
~Cally dancing to any music put on.
~Rachel saying "bye bye" to the cashier at Walgreens...

It goes on.

Than there are the things Chris and I do to let each other know we love one another. Like these last few mornings he covers me up in his blanket before he leaves at 6:30 so I don't get chilled my last little bit in bed. I try to do things for him too like making his favorite tacos this week.

Life has it's challenges. These days I'm just wasted by the time the evening comes around and I know Chris feels likewise. The company is going crazy and the kids are much crazier (and demanding). But we are surrounded by good people, and we are blessed. You just have to remember when you are dead exhausted, "the little things", than life no longer feels hard but happy.


Here are more pictures from last weekend's RenFair, yes, I know I'm cheesy!




1 comment:

  1. Such a great thing to learn, don't you think? When we focus on the little things, even the biggest trials aren't all that big anymore. those little smiles make up for it all. And they are absolutely perfect! I think kids are matched to the parents for optimal growth on both sides.
    And hopefully work calms down for Chris. Having a stressed hubby isn't very fun, and then add that on top of the crazy kids... its a wonder your hair hasn't turned white! :) Little things. Your kids are angels. Move to UT. :)

    ReplyDelete