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Another grateful moment

Peter was in need of a haircut. He was getting a bit shaggy…

so, my mom gave him a haircut. It’s not bad considered he’s so wiggly…

then a week later one of my daughters left scissors lying around after making yarn dolls, and before I noticed them, well…

See that bare patch? We assume Peter did it to himself because anyone else would have hid the evidence. I found the hair in the hallway. I don’t want to buzz him, so I’m waiting a week to see if I can fix it or if the rest of his hair will be long enough to comb over the patch. It’s not quite long enough yet, but I’m hopeful.

In trying to see the good coming from it, I have to say that I’m grateful that it was my two year old who did it so I can’t make myself mad at anyone.  He seen grandma wield scissors on his hair the week before.  I can see why he would try it himself.  I’m also happy and grateful that we don’t have family pictures to do and that it’s my son instead of my daughter…just in case I need to get the clippers out to buzz it!

Summer

What I love about summer…

…eating cold watermelon and watching my kids let it drip down their chins
…all the summer fruits to eat and preserve
…watching the kids run through the sprinklers
…hearing my kids’ squeals of absolute joy
…long summer nights where the sun finally goes down after nine
…watching the plants in my garden thrive
…picking raspberries from my own bushes
…making trips to the library with my kids for books to keep us occupied on really hot days
…my a/c that keeps us cool and comfortable
…day trips with my family to enjoy places outside of home
…walking in my home after being on one of those day trips and lounging around until dinner time
…learning new things with the children and not being on a schedule imposed by others
…holding hands and watching the sun set with my sweetheart
…relaxing under the stars and enjoying a quiet evening after the kids go to bed
…seeing my kids asleep after an exhaustingly fun day and know they’ll be ready for it all again tomorrow

Reminders

I feel so blessed to have the connections to uplifting and inspiring resources. I LOVE the Mormon Messages Channel on YouTube! There is also the Mormon Messages for Youth Channel as well. Grab a tissue, and enjoy these videos.

I needed the reminder from this video that I am a partner with God in raising His children. I love being a mother, and on the hard days I need to remember that He is with me as much then as He is when it’s easy.

 

What a beautiful reminder that we are daughters and sons of our Heavenly Father.

My day

Sprinkles of rain
Fluffy clouds
Songbirds
Windows wide open
Gentle breeze
Little ones laughter
Joy-filled faces
Gratitude for blessings
Perfect

My new life…

This is so beautiful. I love it too much to not share it! May you reflect on your “new life” whatever it may be and rejoice and be grateful!