Just breathe

Favorite moment of the day (2010): chillin' with Jessalyn in the chair and she fell asleep in my arms. Sometimes I just need to relax and listen to my children breathe.

Additional comment I made on my status:  Yes, it was a precious moment. And being the always busy, multi-tasking, perfectionist mom that I am, I don't take enough of these moments. But I'm working on that!

I noticed on status updates today that, although not all use the words “favorite moment of the day”, more and more friends are beginning to comment and post something wonderful that happened.  One person called it her “highlight of the day”.  Others are just talking about the moments that made them thankful or happy during the day.  It’s quite interesting.  I don’t think it’s my influence but God’s.  He’s the one who called me to do this and keep track of this.  I am finding that I am awakening in His spirit more and more.  It’s amazing and there is an amazing thing happening here.  I only hope that when this “project” is over in a year, that it will be even better than it is now. (2010)

I have been blessed with three beautiful, healthy children and I thank God every day for that.  My husband and I didn't actually plan any of them.  They were all pleasant surprises!  I feel very deeply for those who have trouble conceiving and want children so badly.    I need to take more time to enjoy these children that God is letting me borrow while they are here on Earth.  Even though they are older now and don't like to snuggle, I still, sometimes forcefully, give them hugs and kisses and pour my love all over them.  As I travel back in time through this project, I am reminded of God's blessings on my family and how He loves us all.  I think we owe it to Him to recall the daily joys and give Him thanks.