The simple things
I find myself savoring the smallest moments of stillness and quiet after reveling in the rowdiness of life. I love the tumbles my big boy takes, knowing that he’s testing the world around him and learning with each “boom.” Arms outstretched, he runs to me to “kiss it better” and solve his problems.
Sleeping or simply listening, I watch as she lies there peacefully taking in the sights, sounds and smells of her new surroundings. Mere weeks feel like months. And not because time is dragging on. No. It just feels good and right, like each of us was waiting for her to complete our family.
Most days, I have it together. Most days I feel good, so good it’s almost unsettling. Then there are moments, not full-fledged days yet, when my mind is spinning at such a frenetic pace with things that I must or should or just plain have to get done. Sprinkle in the I-want-to’s and it feels like too much.
So I sit. I cry. Not tears of sadness, just of the overwhelming desire to be all things to everyone – including myself. Then I realize, as I share a book, a snuggle, or a sweet milky smile that these are the ways my sweet ones “kiss it better” for mommy.
The Greatest Lessons
…are taught by example. For all my thirty years I have seen the peaks and valleys of life and love by watching two of the most important people in my life. I’m so thankful to have parents committed to loving each other even through the hard times, cherishing one another’s unique quirks, and encouraging me to do the same.
Know that we love you and we’re so proud of you as we share in the joy of celebrating your 32 years together. Congratulations!
Happy Birthday!
I can hardly believe it was an entire year ago that I was anxiously awaiting the news that you’d said yes to Luke’s proposal. I still remember the 3 separate texts I received from him telling us how everything went. And then, of course, the phone call where both of you could barely catch your breath and your smiles could be heard even across the miles between us.
I look forward to years of memories to come and hope that despite the distance, we continue to grow closer as friends, as sisters!
Happy Birthday, Ann! Here’s to a terrific year!
Best Shot Monday ~ Water Works
A few weeks ago a ventured away from being a snap-happy mom and explored some of my natural surroundings. Then, of course, I became a new mom and, well, you can guess what happened. Now I have two equally gorgeous and more-often-than-not willing models.
Then, I remembered all the wedding pictures I shot mere days before Seneca’s arrival. Today, between Mom and Dad’s visit, video chatting with Luke and Ann, and resting a bit before friends from church brought by dinner, I decided to take a few photos on a PS test drive.
Without a doubt, this is my absolute best shot today. I must say I feel there’s going to be quite a learning curve for me as I fumble my way through learning the system. But if I keep getting results that make me smile as big as this one did, it’s worth it! Seriously, my mind reels at the child photography possibilities….
I really think this one is worth clicking to see bigger!! Then you can swing by Tracey’s for more Best Shot Monday.
Cornwell Crew 