He Is Tired You Know...

The other morning while I was taking Miss B to Summer Camp, the sun was rising and was mid-way in the sky. It was bright and that deep, vibrant orange color. I made a comment about how beautiful it was and thankful that God gave us such a beautiful sun.

Miss B said, "Mom, the sun is still a little sleepy and is just waking up. He is tired you know. " Miss B can be a handful in the mornings since we wake up early and I think she was letting me know how she feels most mornings. I had to agree with her.

SDB

Princess Big Kid

Miss B and I were talking the other day and I referred to her by her nickname, Baby Cakes. She looked at me and quickly informed me she was no longer a Baby, but a Big Kid. She paused for a second and told me, "You can call me Princess Big Kid!"

Oh, to be 4 years old again and run the world. I know there are a ton of moms out there who can pass me one of their tiaras.

SDB

It Is So True...

Time does fly. I am going to try and get better about posting because I don't keep a journal and (I think I mentioned this in the past), at least this is a small way to capture the memories. I used to have this grand idea when I was pregnant with Miss B that I would scrapbook. The idea is great and I would love to do it, but I honestly don't have the time. Needless to say, I have not done one scrapbook so I have put that idea on the back burner for retirement. I figure I will need something to keep me busy along with, hopefully, the grandkids.

Another issue is that I am going to have to post from home or strictly during "lunch hour" at work. I know there are a lot of full-time working moms in the same situation. Our computer at home is in the study/playroom so I am planning on doing more weekend posts while the kids and I are hanging out.

I hope everyone is doing well.
SDB

Happy 4th Birthday Miss B!

Four years ago today, God blessed me with a beautiful bundle of joy. Happy 4th Birthday Miss B! You are a wonderful gift and I am grateful every day for the blessing God has given us.

Love,
Mommy

I Forgive You

So, I wanted to let everyone know that I am forgiven. I have been teaching Miss B about forgiveness and she has really embraced the concept. I first talked to her about it a few weeks ago and a few days later our conversation on the way home from preschool went like this:

Miss B: Mom, we need to have a talk.
Me: O.K.
Miss B: I didn't listen to what you told me to do and you hollered at me, but I forgive you.
Me: O.K.

Now, a few weeks later, she will look at me and say with a sweet smile, "Mom, I love you and I forgive you."

This is especially poignant when we are in line at the grocery store. Can you picture the stares from the people in line behind us as they are thinking what do I do to my child?

SDB

Easter Cupcakes

Aren't these the cutest cupcakes?

Happy Easter!

SDB

Tippy Toes

Last Friday afternoon when we got home, Miss B and our dog went in the back yard. One of her "chores" is to take him outside when we get home. It works out great because she goes swing on the swing set while I start dinner. I realized after a moment that it was too quiet and I started looking for Baby B. We have an open concept living/kitchen area so the kids are always within eye/ear shot. I did a quick sweep of the area and had to do a double take. My 12 month old son was literally at the back door on his tippy toes with his hand on the door knob trying to twist it!

I forgot we need to be one step ahead of them!
SDB

Blink - It Is Gone

My baby turned 1 year old on the 26th of March and Miss B is turning 4 years old next month. I cannot believe the past year is gone. I know EVERYONE warned me (and still warns me) that it flies by, but it is overwhelming to realize how true it is.

Miss B had her preschool parent-teacher conference this morning so I was home with the kids. I was holding and rocking Baby B because he was getting tired. As I was holding his hand and looking in this eyes he took my hand and brought it to the side of his face and closed his eyes. The moment was so tender and priceless, I started crying.

SDB

Quick Update

Sorry I have been MIA. Seriously, I promise to write more soon. Things have been hectic around the B household. I hope everyone is doing well and settling into the New Year.

SDB