Birthday...

Today is my mom's birthday. I miss her like crazy! Her birthday always falls close to Mother's Day so that's another reminder to me. I won't say it's any easier now...but it is different. I wish my boys could have met her here on earth. They would love her, and she would love and spoil them like crazy! It will be fun as they get older to share crazy stories about her with them. I wish I could pick up the phone or e-mail her and tell her all the little things that happen, especially now with the kids.

I am very thankful for all the "grandmas and aunties" that my boys have in their lives! God has really blessed us with amazing people to share this journey with.

Mother's Day!

(trying to get 2 boys to look at the camera didn't work out so well...)
When I got downstairs on Sunday morning, the boys had me listen to something and it was Jack saying, "Happy Mother's Day" on a recording. I soon figured out it was coming from our stereo. Lone behold there sat a sweet pink i-pod all for me! What a special surprise! I love it! Steve and Jack had recorded a video of Jack telling me Happy Mother's Day!

After church, I took a good nap (that was my goal!), then we went out for dinner for Ruth's birthday. Jack loves birthdays. He wants to sing for everyone and give them presents. He did get over the fact that not everyone celebrates their birthday at McDonalds, so at least that's progress!

Speaking of progress, another thing I appreciate is that Jack is wearing underwear! Having one in diapers is sure nice! He's done a great job so far...even dry some nap times and at night (I'm sure you all wanted to know!).

I hope everyone had a great day!

New Career!

I am officially a stay at home mom! Yipee! I do have to go back and teach the last 4 days of school this year, to finish my contract. But I will not be returning for next year. Our district is cutting positions, so I decided that I'm saving some poor 1st year teacher her job! I'm so excited to be able to spend more time investing in raising my own kids! Challenging, I know...but worth it! At least I'll give it a try and see how I like it. Okay, to be honest I just got done filling out a job application for my next job! I'm going to teach the parent/tot swim class at our local YMCA. The bonus is that if I work 1 hour a week I get my family membership for free! Who can pass that up? I'll teach 1 class a week to start with. We'll see if they talk me into getting my Lifeguard Certification again...