Party Planning....

O.k. so I have gone back and forth deciding on what to do for Henry's 1st birthday party. Do we want it big, small, a simple cupcake and call it a day.... But if any of you know me.. I have to do it up right.... SOOOOO after much thought and deciding FINALLY... we are having a small party with some friends and family.

Here are just some of the fun ideas. Luau theme for sure! Once I got going it was so fun to plan it.. got the kids beach balls, will do fun cupcakes and some delicious Hawaiian themed food. Party is Saturday pictures to follow soon..... Happy Birthday to my sweet Henry!

































Hawaiian Ambrosia Recipe
8 oz. can crushed pineapple drained
11 oz. can mandarin oranges drained
3 1/2 cups cool whip
2 cups shredded coconut
2 cups mini marshmallows
1/2 cup milk
1 cup maraschino cherries
Mix all ingredients minus cherries, chill one hour, garnish with cherries and serve.

Luau Punch for Kids
1/2 gallon Fruit Punch
1 pint Sherbert Ice Cream
1 pint Ginger Ale
Mix the fruit punch and ginger ale together. Add balls of sherbert ice cream and serve with a fruit garnish or drinking straw.

Luau Ham and Glazed Pineapple Snacks


These delicious skewers of ham and marmalade-glazed fruit are perfect for your luau party. Easy to make and looks great with a decorated toothpick (silk flowers or Luau Umbrella Parasol Picks ). Just poke them into a pineapple and this snack can double as a centerpiece and be eaten too! (Makes about 36 servings). {photo: credits}


Recipe:
• 1 can of 15 1/4 ounce of pineapple chunks
• 1/4 cup orange marmalade
• 6 ounces thinly sliced cooked ham, cut into 4×1/2 inch strips
• Wooden toothpicks that have decorated ends like flowers or umbrellas, or other festive theme
• 1 jar of 10 ounce maraschino cherries
Instructions:
1. In a medium bowl, toss the pineapple chunks (drained) in the orange marmalade and coat.
2. Thread a cherry (drained) through a toothpick or skewer.
3. Wrap a ham string around each pineapple chunk.
4. Then thread each wrapped pineapple on the toothpick.
5. Take a pineapple to use as a base. If the pineapple is unsteady, you may need to cut 1/4 of the bottom off to create a stable base.
6. Place pineapple onto a festive plate. Poke all skewers into the pineapple.
7. Cover and chill for up to 2 hours. Served chilled.
Another option: If you prefer to serve this as a warm snack, warm the skewers instead of chilling them in the oven on 325 degrees for about 30 minutes and serve immediately.

My Sweet Hubby

I was sitting at the computer tonight and the song that Steve and I danced to at our wedding came on. Oh yes... you know me I started to get a little teary eyed. It was called You and Me by Kenny Chesney. (here are the words)

Ordinary no, really don't think so
Not a love this true
Common destiny
We were meant to be
Me and you

Like a perfect scene from a movie screen
We're a dream come true
Suited perfectly for eternity
Me and you

Every day, I need you even more
And the night time too
There's no way
I could ever let you go
Even if I wanted to

Every day I live
Try my best to give
All I have to you
Thank the stars above
That we share this love Me and you

Every day, I need you even more
And the night time too
There's no way
I could ever let you go
Even if I wanted to

Ordinary no, I really don't think so
Just a precious few
Ever make it last
Get as lucky as
Me and you

As I heard the words they seemed so true once again, we sure aren't ordinary, matter of fact we are far from it...we have fun 4-wheeling, fishing, wresting, laughing, we are very different which make us fit perfect together. I would love concerts and crowds..he would run the opposite way as fast as he can when it comes to crowds. We are a little country, a little city, I like cheese on my hamburger him not so much.. we both like different music, but do agree on country. We compliment each other in all the important areas. We are both pretty laid back which makes it easy for decisions. We both love our Savior Jesus Christ and Heavenly Father. I do need my sweet husband more and more every day. I get so much strength from him. He is my rock, the rock of our family. He is such an amazing father,friend, husband,brother and my best friend. He works so hard to please everyone. Taking on any challenge in life and belive me he has been handed some big ones. Steve is amazing! He is MY PERSON, the one that can drive me crazy and make me so happy all at the same time. Just his funny laugh and sense of humor brightens my bad day. He is the love of my life, he makes me smile and he loves our children so dearly. That is a huge bonus for sure he is a total hands on dad.. so active with the little guys. I'm so grateful for our eternal marriage and the joy he bring to all those around him. I love you Babe!

Is this the mom I want to be

As I layed on the couch last night awake at 2:30 A.M.... because my sweet husband was sick, I'm trying to get Henry to sleep thru the night and my dog is howling and barking at anything that moves outside... (it is a wonder I get any sleep ever). I layed there thinking about the mom I wanted to be. NOT the mom I am. When you where growing up, did you ever think, Oh I'm totally going to be this kind of mom that does ______ ______ _______?

Well I always thought I was going to be the FUN LOVING MOM, the one that had so much energy, was never going to yell, spank, get frustrated, etc... I was going to be the COOL MOM!

The mom that the kids would love to hang with, bring friends over and the kids just thought wow your mom is so fun. Hummmm well that thought was at like at age 16, 20 how about WAY before I HAD KIDS!

I'm so blessed to have the beautiful boys that I have. But let me just say, I'm raising a "wild stallion"! If I could describe Hunter in one word it would be "spirit". Hunter is like the movie spirit, he is a wild horse that I need to tame without breaking him. I love his personality, his eagerness to learn, his thrill for adventure, his love for life, laughter and that Strong personality will be great when he is in the work force or a teenager and he picks the right choice because he is a leader......and then there is the stubborn boy that will hit a wall, slam a door, yell at me and say mean things the minute he doesn't get his way. How do I handle it... I don't like to spank, it takes the "happy" spirit out of the home, I feel terrible afterwards and it really doesn't' affect him. So how do I react..... "without emotion.. that is key for me.. I'm so emotional".

I find myself many nights just asking the lord for forgiveness for not being the best mom I could have been. For getting frustrated, yelling, not playing enough. I know that the Lord trusts me with these little guys. And I fall short so many times. I know I can be hard on myself but really there has to be a better way.

Why is it such a struggle? Do you have those days? If you have a Strong willed child what ideas could you give me? There are days that I love my sweet son so much, and others I love him but I just didn't like him. I felt beat, like I lost the battle with the 4 yr old.

I so love our great fun times, the laughter in the living room with the family. The boys playing, and I also sooo love bedtime. They really do look adorable when they are sleeping. :)

So I'm just venting but I would LOVE your thoughts, ideas, share away...... how can I be that mom! Easy going, not emotional... just fun loving and happy all the time.
Hunter gave me a mother's day card and it was so sweet, It said "MY MOM...
My mom is 35
My mom is the prettiest when she puts on pink clothes
My mom likes to make food for me
My Mom is funny when she makes funny faces
My mom always say "be a good boy"
It was all so sweet to read and then I really thought about what he hears me say: (be a good boy) ...
Really is that what he remembers not I LOVE YOU or Have a good day.... be a good boy is what he remembers. Do I worry to much about the small stuff to see the fun? I do tell him I love him lots, but that doesn't seem to be what he remembers, how sad to my heart.

This quote came to mind from the prophet Gordon B. Hinckley
"In all of living, have much fun and laughter. Life is to be enjoyed, not just endured."

Laughter Huh.... it does sure sound better than crying, whining, and timeout! I'm sure not a perfect mom by any means, but I do want to be a Happy, Loving, Caring, PATIENT, Cool mom! The kind of mom you see at the park with there kids having fun, full of energy and life.

I feel that if I'm having these thoughts than there needs to be a change. A change in my attitude, my attention to my boys. Is this why my 4yr old is so feisty sometimes. What can I do as his mom, as his caretaker, as a tool in the lords hands for this perfect child to make this time special. I found this quote just as I was finishing writing this blog.

"Work at our responsibility as parents as if everything in life counted on it."
— Gordon B. Hinckley

I'm grateful for new days so I can really make it count, and work on being "that Mom I want to be". How do you do it each day?

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CAKE POPS

Pool Party Cake Pops
What a cute idea!!! Now who is having the pool party!

Cute Chelsey

Last week I had fun hosting a baby shower at my house with the girls....

The Girls had so much fun putting a baby girl shower together. Hunter was Chelsey's little helper. She got lots of "Baby Basic" items! Chelsey is all set for her sweet baby girl! She will be one LOVED baby girl!


















Thanks for coming "Candy Bar"......

















Adorable clip and bow older made by Celeste.

















We wanted it to be a real fun party "Luau Style".






















Baby Belly Pic

















I made my first watermelon carriage... Thanks Lacy for the good tips... It turned out way cute!

I Caught One!!

Hunter was so excited for his daddy to come home so they could go fishing. The excitement in Hunter's little eyes and the joy in his voice just put a smile on my face. Check out the first fish Hunter caught!!!

I can tell it in your waist....

10 pds since my last weigh in!!!!! Yeah!!!

I went to the gym on Monday and my consultant told me that I have lost 10 pounds since my last visit. (Middle of March) I have lost an inch off of my waist and my BMI is down 3%....

I'm sooo dang happy!

I'm half way there to meeting my goal by June... I have to say i'm feeling pretty good.

My husband said he can tell when he hugs me and puts his arms around my waist... oh yeah!!! That is what I like to hear. :)

The really awesome part of it all was I went and got a pair of shorts. My shorts were all 13 and 10's.... and now I'm in a size 6! I haven't been a size 6 since before I got prego. That is HUGE for me, i'm so excited for my "transformation".

FSU FUN

Hunter was the ladies man at the "FSU Spring Game". The last day of his spring break Hunter and his daddy went to Tallahasse and they watched some football. Hunter met some girls that played with him, he got tatoo's on his face and some good ol game day food. Hunter is a HUGE Seminole fan! It was a fun day with his daddy!

Beach Baby

Henry was 11-1/2 months on his 1st beach trip. Let's just say he did not like the COLD water at all. He did thou enjoy EATING the SAND! Henry made sure he had the full experience of the beach he crawled along the beach, watched the kids fly the kite and took a short nap. It was a busy and fun day for our little man.

"See" A Good Day Challenge - Day 12 - Beach Buddies

I feel like I haven't blogged forever... so here is another one of my "Good Days" that I had during spring break!

My sweet friend Keri called me up to go to Cresent Beach, the weather was perfect, the car was packed, I had my sweet friend Chelsey coming along to spend the day with us. Off we went... meeting up with some ladies from church and our cute friend Celeste and her boys.

It was a perfect day!

Spent with friends and enjoying this amazing earth that the lord created. Keri, Chelsey and Celeste are amazing woman, mothers (mother to be) and friends.

The kids had a great time playing together and laughing lots.

I feel blessed to have such wonderful friends in my life.

"See" A Good Day Challenge - Day 11

We are so blessed with Eternal Families... One of my "good days" was spent at the Orlando Temple. My youngest sister Audrey is preparing to serve a mission for "The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints". She is going to the Salt Lake City Temple Square mission. I'm so proud of her, for her choice to serve the lord. What a great example she is to me and my family. All of her siblings, parents, and loved ones(except my bro Jason who is on a mission in Peru) was there. It is always a fun and special time when we get together.

I'm a slacker...

O.k. O.k..... I have been a total slacker... I will post SOON!!!!

B.R. O.T.H.E.R.S

Hunter is the best "big brother", we just love watching the two grow up together! Henry crawls around the house looking for him and as soon as he can he darts into Hunters room to play with his toys.

Gravity

Henry was testing out gravity today with his LUNCH!!!! He thought it was so neat to take the food from the tray to his mouth and then hummm straight to the floor. THEN he would just smile and laugh. He was so busted!!!!!

Mommy, I don't feel good...

Unfortantly, the past three days have been spent sick and up at 3 am with a temp of 102.4, fever after fever, stuffy nose and cough. Eating a little and drinking some. Steve is out of town so it has been double duty for me. I sure have a greater respect for single moms that do this day after day. I'm glad that Steve will be home on Thursday night.

Hunter woke up this morning feeling better but then after his nap he woke up with another fever... it is kinda funny to see a 4yr old in the middle of a big king bed! He pretty much has taken over mommy and daddy's bed. The couch isn't so bad, this way I can hear Henry when he wakes up at 4:30... i'm so needing a nap!!

Hunter is such a active kid that it weird to see him curled up in bed watching cartoons and not moving. I just keep hearing MOMMY, mommy, mommy... Man i'm gratful that he is normally really healthy.

Now on the flip side he has wanted to cuddle that has been nice. It was sad thou when I told him that he wasn't going to school on Monday and now on Wednesday, he looked at me and said "mommy will I ever go to school again" and he put his head down and cried. Pool little guy...he is so sweet. Trying to keep him away from Henry well that is a loosing battle.. i'm just gearing up for Henry to get this soon. :(

Hoping for a better feeling day for Hunter soon. I just love this little guy!

"See" A Good Day Challenge - Day 10 "Believe"

I LOVE reading books that uplift me, inspire me, and when I put it down I feel like I can take on the world, really influence and touch someones life.

"Believe in what you're doing, Believe in who you are"

Hillary Weeks is one of my favorite artist to listen to and now I loved her book! I got it from "Time Out For Woman" and have really enjoyed reading it. I have listed some of my favorite parts. If you ever get a chance to read it, you will finish it with a smile on your face. I see how the lord talks to me, through books, people and my scriptures. I'm grateful for these tools.



* God loves you! He believes in who you're becoming, He believes in who you are.

* Heavenly Father so often answers our prayers in unexpected ways.

* Heaven sure sends some wonderful and unexpected surprises!

* Don't worry about what others think of you. Worry about what they think of themselves with they are with you.

* I don't wait for a smile, I smile first!

* Believe as you look for the good in others you will find it in yourself.

* The lord can speak to us about any concern or question through the scriptures. He can. He does. He will - but we must open them. We must do out part.

* When you don't think you can run, walk, or crawl one more step, put your things in the lord's hands and He'll make up the difference. He will give you the strength and endurance you need to finish the race!

Believe that within you are divine attributes which you man use anytime, anywhere, in any place!

* Believe the the Savior will make up the difference----- and you will be enough.

* The spirit is ready. He is ready to guide our decisions, purify our thoughts, inspire our minds, teach us the mysteries of the kingdom, and confirm God's love for you and me.

* He met my needs through someone else!

* Sometimes I think about the mistakes I've made, the things I shouldn't have said, the things I should have said, the times I have failed - and I wonder if I'll measure up. Well, I won't by myself. But with the Lord on my side, I will.

"See" A Good Day Challenge - Day 9

"Find joy in the journey."
— Thomas S. Monson

Our family had a fun afternoon just riding down the road. We have found since Steve is working so hard, out of town, we really treasure our "family time" alot more. Watching Hunter "grow up" and try to do stunts on his 4-wheeler (mommy was nervous about that for sure).. Seeing Henry eyes get big while he rides with his daddy first the first time on the 4-wheeler. It truly is "ALL ABOUT SPENDING TIME TOGETHER"!





"Above all else, children need to know and feel they are loved,wanted, and appreciated. They need to be assured of that often. Obviously,this is a role parents should fill, and most often the mother can do it best.--Ezra Taft Benson

3 pounds and counting!!!

I did it!!! I did it!!! I lost 3 pounds this week!

I can't even explain my excitment! I have worked hard on watching my portins, Exercising, eating the RIGHT foods, making better choices and i'm not even hungry.

I'm so happy to see results this week.

My goal is to loose 10 more pounds and not only meet my goal but to be healthy.

It was a good "weigh in" day!!

Getting ready for the summer swim suit!

Meals Your Belly Will Love (Parenting Mag)

Don't panic -- there's no need to eat 87 things a day! Lots of our flat-belly foods have multiple benefits. Take an avocado, for instance: It provides potassium, protein, and healthy fat in one serving. We asked The Food Network's Ellie Krieger, R.D. (a Parenting Mom Squad member!), to share a few yummy, waist-friendly meal ideas from her book So Easy. No asparagus in the fridge or time to caramelize onions? No worries -- a simple bowl of whole-grain cereal with skim milk is also a pooch-fighting powerhouse!

Breakfast ideas:

1 Nonfat Greek yogurt topped with nuts, mixed berries, honey, cinnamon, and a touch of vanilla extract

2 Whole-grain toast with one fried egg, a slice of smoked turkey, and chopped asparagus

3 Banana/strawberry smoothie made with nonfat milk, unsalted almonds (they'll grind up smooth in the blender), and wheat germ

Lunch ideas:

1 Whole-wheat pita stuffed with sliced egg whites, avocado, cucumber, tomatoes, hummus, and hot sauce

2 Grilled salmon over Bibb lettuce with red new potatoes, green beans, kalamata olives, and a lemon-olive-oil dressing

3 Chicken salad with red grapes, sliced almonds, curry powder, and cilantro (use nonfat yogurt and a touch of mayonnaise and serve over salad greens)

Dinner ideas:

1 Chicken-mushroom-cheddar whole-wheat quesadilla with baby spinach and caramelized onions

2 Whole-wheat pasta primavera (toss in carrots, mushrooms, red bell pepper, and tomatoes, and top with grated parmesan)

3 Sirloin steak with garlic mashed potatoes (leave on the peels and use low-sodium chicken broth and olive oil to mash) and steamed spinach

4 Salad greens topped with white beans and shaved parmesan cheese, drizzled with olive oil and balsamic vinegar


4 Sneaky Waist Inflators

Stress Cortisol (the fight-or-flight hormone released from the adrenal gland) increases blood sugar, which increases insulin, which increases the deposit of belly fat.

Sleep deprivation Being overly tired leads to higher cortisol levels (see above) and throws your appetite-regulating hormones out of whack. And that -- you know what's coming next -- can result in binge eating.

Low vitamin D A vitamin D deficiency can contribute to blood-sugar-regulation problems, insulin resistance, and, yep, tummy rolls.

Constipation If you don't keep things moving, you know where it will all sit. Get regular with high-fiber foods (broccoli, peas, pears, ground flaxseeds) and lots of water. A probiotic supplement -- which has good bacteria to aid digestive health -- will help, too.

Bikini Belly here I come.... 8 Flat-Belly Foods

I enjoyed reading this article.... i'm going to adjust my menu and see if I get some results. Enjoy reading it!

8 Flat-Belly Foods
Easy, delicious meal and snack ideas to help banish bloat.
By Erin Zammett Ruddy, Parenting

Share Raise your hand if you've ever been asked, "So, when are you due?"... after you've given birth (like, way after). Yeah, we've all been there. Even once we've managed to squeeze back into our prepregnancy jeans, the belly tends to linger -- and, let's be honest, spill out over the top of said jeans. And it's not our fault! Thanks to the hormonal changes of pregnancy (and maybe breastfeeding), loss of elasticity in the abdomen, and sleep deprivation, new (and not so new) moms are particularly prone to belly fat, says Rebecca Booth, M.D., an ob-gyn in Louisville, KY, and author of The Venus Week: Discover the Powerful Secret of Your Cycle... at Any Age. And while this jiggly, wiggly thing can certainly be a blow to the ego, it can also be a blow to our health. "The changes in our metabolism can add extra weight around our middles, putting us at increased risk of heart disease, dementia, and certain cancers," says Dr. Booth. Jeez, isn't it bad enough we can no longer wear our shirts tucked in? The good news: It's completely reversible. The belly is one of the quickest places we lose weight, and it's easier than you think. In fact, experts agree that the best way to get rid of belly fat is to eat. That's right -- according to a slew of recent studies, foods we already know and love have the greatest waist-whittling power around. Up next, eight taste treats that can help you trim your tummy for good (or at least until you have your next kid).

Berries, Cherries & Grapes
"Anthocyanins" is the buzzword here. Besides giving grapes, blueberries, strawberries, raspberries, and tart cherries their vibrant color, research shows these plant chemicals also burn abdominal fat. (FYI: Tart cherries are different from the traditional variety; look for them dried or in the frozen-foods section.) "The fat tissue in the belly is more easily burned than fat in other areas and may be more sensitive to the effects of anthocyanins," says University of Michigan researcher Mitch Seymour, Ph.D. These colorful fruits are also rich in heart-healthy anti-oxidants and fiber -- so include them in your daily servings (two cups) regularly.

Dairy
Milk, yogurt, and cheese are jam-packed with whey, a protein that supports the formation of lean body mass (guess Little Miss Muffet was on to something). That means the calories ingested from low-fat dairy don't get stapled to your gut. Dairy also helps fill you up and can increase overall weight loss, so it's a win-win-win. Aim for three servings of low-fat or nonfat dairy a day (in real life, a serving equals an ounce of cheese or a cup of yogurt). Try cottage cheese, string cheese, or Greek yogurt (swap it for sour cream in dips and on potatoes). Products with fruit and nuts mixed in have added sugar and calories; go for plain and add your own berries, nuts, and granola.

Potassium
We don't have to tell you that women in their childbearing years are prone to fluid retention. Our monthly cycles plus a diet high in salty processed foods can result in three to five pounds of sheer water weight -- a prime contributor to belly bloat. Cutting back on salt is a no-brainer (less than 2,300 milligrams a day is the ideal), but sometimes a girl's just got to have a potato chip. Counter salty cave-ins with foods rich in potassium, like avocados, orange juice, bananas, baked potatoes (with the skin), sweet potatoes, and spinach. "Sodium keeps water outside the cells, but potassium brings it into the cells, where it belongs," explains Ashley Koff, R.D., a registered dietitian in Los Angeles.

Lean Protein
Skinless chicken breasts and turkey cutlets, egg whites, fish, and pork tenderloin are ideal for trimming our middles because they take longer to digest than carbohydrates, which means we feel fuller longer. And just like whey protein, the protein found in these foods works to build muscle, so they won't contribute to belly fat when enjoyed in moderation, either. What exactly is moderate? If you're eating an 1,800- to 2,000-calorie diet, you should factor in about six ounces of lean protein a day (a three-ounce portion is equivalent in size to a deck of cards).

Whole Grains
In addition to good-for-you fiber, whole grains contain magnesium and chromium. These two incredibly important nutrients combat cortisol (a stress hormone that directs fat to be stored around the waist) and keep down insulin production (high levels of the hormone also encourage fat to pile on around the tummy). Participants in one study who ate four to seven daily servings of whole-grain foods (the recommended amount is three a day) lost twice as much belly fat as those eating refined carbs. To pack the most punch, go for the grains in their natural form (oats, brown or wild rice, or quinoa) rather than whole-grain flour or supplements.

Healthy Fat
Higher-fat foods will leave you more satiated, but all fat is not created equal. Saturated fat (think butter, cream, and lard) is packed with "bad" LDL cholesterol. But the unsaturated fat in avocados, nuts, olives, dark chocolate, and flaxseed oil can lower LDL levels and keep weight-regulating hormones in balance. Omega-3 fatty acids (a polyunsaturated fat in wild salmon, cod, and walnuts) aid in regulating blood sugar, a major factor in waist thickening. Watch portion sizes, and try these snacks: a quarter of an avocado spread on tomato slices, a handful of almonds, a half-cup of pistachios, a few olives, or a square of dark chocolate (nice!).

Green Tea
Genius diet discovery: New research has found a direct link between consuming green tea and smaller waistlines. It's a three-pronged attack on belly fat: Green tea contains compounds called catechins that boost energy expenditure, increase the release of fat from fat cells -- especially in the abdomen -- and speed up the burning of fat by the liver, particularly after meals. Study participants drank four to five cups a day, but any amount will have some benefit. Caffeine concerns? One cup of green tea contains about half as much caffeine as a cup of coffee. If you prefer decaf green tea, the catechin content is lower than in regular, but there's still enough to have an effect.

Beans
This superfood contains resistant starch, an ab-fat fighter that's also found in potatoes, bananas, and corn. Resistant starch does not turn to sugar like most other carbs; instead, it passes through the body undigested, acting like a fiber, explains Keri Gans, R.D., a registered dietitian in New York City and member of the American Dietetic Association. She suggests adding chickpeas or kidney beans to your salad -- even bean dip will do the trick (yum!). If you're buying canned beans, look for low-sodium versions, and rinse them well before using. Shoot for a half-cup of beans a day. For a healthy side dish, mix one-half cup of corn with black beans, tomatoes, and red onion.

"See" A Good Day Challenge - Day 8

As I walked into Hunter's room this morning, I expected to find him snuggled up in his bed ready to resist having to get up for school.

Instead I found him on his knees by the side of his bed. I said "Hunter what are you doing"? He said "I was praying mommy, I was scared when I woke up and you said that when you are scared to pray to Jesus and he will protect me and make me happy".

I said "oh o.k." I really was kind of taken back, wow... so I said "go ahead mommy will kneel with you. As I knelt down beside my sweet 4 yr old I just was overwhelmed with love, tears and SO HUMBLED... I mean man!!! This is what it means to be like a child so meek and humble. Hunter was so trusting and without even knowing it he was showing faith in what mommy said. Jesus was watching over him.. We have a picture over his bed and he just knows he is never alone. What a beautiful way to start my day!

"See" A Good Day Challenge - Day 7

"AT LEAST IT IS CLEAN", As I emptied hamper after hamper of clean clothes on my bed, I had the thought....

Man I'm so lucky and blessed to have a washer and dryer in my garage. I don't have to wash all these clothes by hand, hang them in the sun to dry for hours, nope I just push a button and they are dry in 20 minutes.

Sometimes I take for granite the fact that I only have to walk 10 steps out side of my bedroom to get to the laundry room. Some people have to go 10 miles and wait in a room full of machines with strangers.

Today I'm grateful that one of my simple blessings in life are my washer and dryer and that I can provide "clean" clothes for my family.

(Good thing Steve is out of town or he wouldn't have anywhere to sleep it is all piled up on his side :)....)