Being a mom is proving to be the most amazing thing possible, but yet the biggest challenge all at the same time. It's amazing. And I wouldn't trade it for the world!
The moments are fleeting and all too quickly.
I take all the photos I do because I just want to hold onto as much of my sons being little as possible. The photos aren't perfect, but they are mine. Ours. Capturing our life one snap at a time. :)
We have so many amazing times, but we also have lots of trying times. A two year old and a one year. A blast. But, work. And lots of it! ;) From trying to teach them the "basics", to the wrong's from right's. Trying to raise them up knowing and loving the Lord. Trying to set a good example. Trying to be patient, kind and loving. Not gonna lie, it's not always easy! But, when I see my sons...even at one and two years old doing certain things they've been taught or shown? It makes it all worth it.
Fleeting moments of life captured.
Joy amongst the chaos.
This was Saturday. Liam was supposed to be napping, but felt a mini party in his crib was MUCH more important! Of course, big brother had to join in too!
The other night after baths and while Nate was working, I decided to push the boys around in one of our laundry baskets. It was awesome. Until someone accidentally pushed someone else and he started bawling! The tears only lasted seconds (thankfully), but this moment in some shape or form happens all through our days!
Friday night was movie night. After a long, tiring day of "don't hit your brother!", "get off the arm of the couch!", "don't throw your trains!", "say thank you!", "no!", "don't pull on the blinds", "we don't pee on the floor!" I was about done. And then this happened. Both of them sitting together, intrigued with a Veggie Tales movie, eating popcorn. Bliss.
I won't tell you that 5 seconds after I snapped this a bowl of popcorn was dumped on himself, while older brother grumbled and started jumping on his couch! ;)
Saturday, we had dinner at grandpa and gramcracker's house. It was a pretty afternoon, but the boys just wanted to roam! We let them, of course. But, Nate was sleepy and unmotivated, I was trying to keep Liam from eating the mulch and help gramcracker pick up...and keep Grayson from playing with the water hose. Then, I see this.
Amongst the chaos, Grayson had stopped to relax with Nate after he saw him laying there. I pretty much melted right there on the spot!
Joy amongst the chaos.
This is typical. Liam picking at someone, while Grayson runs away! ;)
Yesterday was no different. Shortly after waking up, I caught this. The neighbor lady was morning and he had to do whatever he could to see the mower go!
And Liam watched the whole thing. Getting ideas, I'm sure! ;) Please note my children won't leave the living room blinds alone. It's messy and annoying. But, I know one day all too soon I will miss those little hands grabbing and pulling at them, even if they shouldn't do it.
Fleeting moments.
As I went to put my camera away, I had to walk over this. And see this mess. Oh, blah! Tpys everywhere. A table that needs cleaned off. A bookshelf that needs picked up and organized. A shirt flung over the chair in a moment of hurry after just waking up. But, then I realized all these messes could be handled in a matter of minutes and they existed because I have a family who needs me more. All of it can wait. (even if it does drive me crazy!)
But, then my sweet husband (and amazing daddy!) with all his patience reached over and calmly showed Grayson how to peddle. In that moment, all was well.
I have to remember that life is amazing if we just let it be. Not every moment is sunshine and rainbows. Nate and I aren't perfect parents. It's okay to be tired and it's okay to want some peace and quiet at times. We're learning.
We have so much fun, all the chaos just adds to our fam! ;)
Joy. Even amongst the chaos.
