Thursday, November 1, 2012

Tiny Nerdling


Mason is being raised to be like his parents, and by that, I mean a nerd. Homeboy is obsessed with Star Wars and dancing to Michael Jackson and Angry Birds. His little world is still very much influenced by what his parents think is cool because he still thinks we are cool. I know our coolness will be gone shortly in his estimation, so I am trying to appreciate it and use it to our advantage while it lasts.

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New Beginnings and Gratitude

Ouch. It has been a year, an entire year, since I last posted. I think about my blog sometimes, then feel a little sheepish, a little ashamed, then do nothing. Today is different, though. Today, I thought about this neglected, sad blog of mine and logged in to write a new post. Here goes...

Today, I am grateful for love. I am grateful that Landon loves me enough to look past my many shortcomings, forgive my many mistakes, and support me through the thick and thin. I am grateful that my children love me even though I can be a terrible, mean mom and even though I yell way too much. I am grateful for the love of my siblings, every single one of whom would do pretty much anything for me. I am grateful for the love of my family by marriage, and their acceptance of me as truly one of their own. I am grateful for the love of my parents, their unwavering support, and acceptance of my many quirks and obnoxiousness. And I am overwhelmed with gratitude for my own capacity for love. It amazes me how full your heart can feel, then someone/something else comes along, and your heart finds more room for love. It's a true blessing.