Afternoon Delight

I opened up an ice cream cake and let the boys have at it. They thought I was the greatest mom on earth. I think I was having a moment of insanity because they literally got chocolate all over the floor, but they had LOTS of fun doing it!!

Caleb liked the ice cream

And Riley liked the cake.

So, it worked out well. There was no fighting, for maybe the first time ever.

Just another day

It's amazing how much daily activities take up my day. By the time I get breakfast cleaned up, it's time to make lunch. And before I finish a load of laundry, there's another one piling up in the hamper. I have weeks were I feel like I'm moving in circles. Each day is the same as the day before...UGH!

And then, I hear Riley put 3 words together to make a sentence and I notice that Caleb is putting his coat on without assistance and I realize that each day is not the same and that I'm not just moving in circles. I am teaching my kids something new each day. I am a vital part of society. It's hard to remember that when there's not a regular paycheck coming in or an annual evaluation or awards for the most valuable employee.

It's a New Year

We wished 2009 farewell and welcomed 2010 with good wishes.

Cheers! I love being surrounded by great friends.

I only hope that this coming year brings as much love and joy as the year that has passed.