Five on Friday

Whew, it's been a busy Friday and I'm a little later than usual to post my Five on Friday. But, I'm linking up, nonetheless, with Darci {and friends} and Lauren Elizabeth.

{one}I have some pretty awesome friends and I am so thankful to have them in my life!!

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{two} Giggles!!! I love how much Collin and Emma giggle together. My pray is that their friendship just grows stronger and deeper through the years!



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{three} I'm so excited to be attending a Mamarazzi workshop in April with Mia!! We've had our eye on this class for awhile and I'm so excited to finally take it and really learn my camera and start busting out some awesome pics! :)

{four} As I told you a few weeks ago, I'm working on a project for the wall between the kiddos rooms. Well, I have my eye on this print from my lovely friend Elise. You should check out her Etsy shop!

{five} I made myself a blog button and I'd love for you to grab it and add it to your blog, if you'd like! :)

Well, that wraps up this week! I'm looking forward to the weekend with my family!

Thankful Thursday-Week 5

It's time for another Thankful Thursday post! I hope you'll join with Katie, Mia, Carly and I as we find something we're thankful for everyday. Link up with us at the bottom, we'd love to visit your site!

 

 

{Thursday, January 23} I do enjoy quiet afternoons (while the kids nap) spending time in the Word. They don't happen every day, but I'm thankful for the days they do happen.

 



{Friday, January 24} After a month without a microwave, I'm so thankful to have our microwave back! (Warranty replacements are so nice, yet can be so tricky!)

{Saturday, January 25} This girl brings such laughter and joy to my life!

{Sunday, January 26} I'm sorry for the back to back of Emma girl, but honestly, she's just the laughter I need!

{Monday, January 27} I've had a lot weighing on my heart lately, so curling up with Robert by the fire and pouring it out is just what I needed. Love the comfort of my hubby!

{Tuesday, January 28} It's not often, but sometimes Robert gets to work from home and we love it! He works all day, but it's just so nice to have him home.

{Wednesday, January 29} I love my coffee, so it's no surprise I'm thankful for a Vanilla Latte from my favorite local coffee shop.

There ya have it. Some things I'm thankful for this week. Now it's your turn. What are you thankful for?

On Motherhood

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I adore being a Mom. Being Collin and Emma's Mommy. It's truly the best! I was talking with Robert the other day about how much I enjoy being a Mom. Sure, I reach my limit some days and have to put myself in time out. Or, I reach my limit and need a break, outside of the house, to refuel. But, even on those days, I am so grateful for the opportunity to be a Mom, their Mom.

I have never done anything that has required absolutely everything in me...and then more, all the time. Some days can be tough, really tough. But at the end of the day, no matter how trying and tiring it was, my heart is overflowing as I look in on them sleeping peacefully. 

I have never known such deep, unending love until I became a Mom. This love that I get to experience as a Mom reminds me of how much the Lord loves me...and then more! Sometimes it leaves me speechless and in tears...at my love for my kids and the realization of His love for me.

I have never felt so inadequate or ill-equipped until I became a Mom. I'm learning right alongside my children. But He is so gracious and has surrounded me with incredible examples and encouragement as I walk this journey through motherhood.

I feel so honored to have the opportunity to stay home with our kiddos every day. Sure, there are sacrifices that have to made for that to happen. And there are days that can feel lonely and isolating. But those days are not the norm and the sacrifices are hardly noticed. I am so grateful to stay home with them.

I love being a Mom. I love being Collin and Emma's Mommy. May I never take my days with them for granted.