Thursday, February 23, 2012

Mom's Say The Darndest Things

A couple of phrases I never thought I would say to my little boys - (I said all of these just this morning)

"Pull your pajama pants back down, they shouldn't be up around your shoulders."
"Take the garlic powder container out of your pants."
"It's not funny to sit on your brother's face and toot." (somehow said without laughing)
"Toilet paper does not go in the bathroom sink."

As my two littlest are napping and my two oldest are doing school I am sitting here reflecting on my morning... I am able to see the humor, the joy, the craziness and the blessings of being a mom to many boys. God has blessed me beyond measure with little men who know how to be boys. They are not afraid to play G.I. Joes with their little brothers. They are not afraid to look silly. They are not afraid to play rough, to hug each other or to say I am sorry or I love you. They love their mama and tell her often.

I have been asked if we are disappointed that baby #5, due in June, is another little boy and not a girl. I can say honestly and sincerely that I am NOT disappointed one little bit.

Being a mom to all boys is an amazing gift!

Tuesday, February 21, 2012

Reasons NOT to Read My Blog

don't read this blog

I did not write this, but I loved it so much that I felt I MUST share. THESE are many of the reasons I have cut back on my computer time, deleted my Facebook account and am trying to be more purposeful with my time. There are many more important things!!

Don't read this blog
If you haven't spent time reading your Bible today.

Don't read this blog
If you haven't yet today humbled yourself in prayer to your Heavenly Father.

Don't read this blog
If you haven't sung songs of praise to your Creator.

Don't read this blog
If you haven't met your husband's needs--whatever they are.

Don't read this blog
If you haven't read to your children today.

Don't read this blog
If you have no dinner plans and the floor needs to be vacuumed.

Don't read this blog
If you have church family that needs ministering to.

Don't read this blog
If there are strained sibling relationships that need your undivided attention.

Don't read this blog
If you are struggling with submission to your husband.

Don't read this blog
If you aren't investing in the imperishable beauty of a gentle and quiet spirit.

Don't read this blog
If your little ones are awake.

Heavenly Father, we are weak. Help us to keep our eyes on You and our priorities straight.