Grateful

I am grateful. Just so grateful.

I am extremely humbled at what I have.

So, recently, I do a few things differently.

I read longer bedtime stories without flinching.

My arms are a little tighter as I hug my kids.

My voice is softer.

I am more patient.

I try to get down on all four's and play "cat" with Ella.

I observe a little more lovingly.

I recognize that material things should not matter to me. Time matters to me.

I spend more time doing what the kids wold like, even if I am tired. Even if they want to go to the park to play soccer at 4:30 in the afternoon. Even if I am hot.

I cherish the time with Olivia in the middle of the night as her tiny body lay in my long arms.

I contemplate just how possible it is for me to have and to adore one more baby (though no time soon)

I work out consistently to take care of this amazing body that can do so much for me.

There are a few things I do differently, with more purpose. I try harder to be intentional as I love and raise my kids. I reflect more about the amazing Husband I have been blessed with. I appreciate this gospel and want to do better at living it more fully.

I have much to be grateful for.

Don't we all?