I love watching Liam as he discovers the world around him. He is definatley in his zone when he is out doors. His favorite way of discovering things right now is by tasting and chewing everything. Discovery through play is beginning and it’s one of my favorite times. I love this little poem titled Play Days I found in our Treasury of Mother Goose Rhymes book.

How many days has my baby to play?

Saturday, Sunday, Monday,

Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday;

Saturday, Sunday, Monday,

Hop away, skip away,

My baby wants to play.

My baby wants to play every day.

Liam, may your days of play never be limited.

a kiss under the table

baking cookies just because

sitting in a quiet place

a whisper from above

hearing the girls say “daddy’s home”

baby giggles

listening to my girls play the flute

Organization

painting a rainbow

a veggie platter

talking to a friend

playing with your sister

playing with your brother

a slobbery dog kiss

gathering fresh eggs

reading a book

calling saba

calling nonna

talking with cousins

reading old notes

taking a walk

Shoes

Playing dress up

painting

watermelon

girls playing barbies

imagination

happiness is right now.

Things I’m loving right now;

All my children home and enjoying time together (and sometimes not so much). I’m loving all of the art work the kids have been working on. I’m enjoying The Presence of God, a book I’ve read several times before and feel like right now is a good time to read it again. I’m loving not having to be at the bus stop with Isabel at 6:40 am. I like having amir work from home, even though he’s crazy busy it’s nice knowing he’s upstairs and will be on time for dinner. Loving the kids slumber parties on our living floor, endless hours of play, and sitting down on the driveway floor watching the kids draw with chalk. Everyone just seems less stressed and in no hurry to be any where. I know this too shall pass so I’m going to make the best of it.

Today I turned 41, however for the past 2 years I’ve told my kids to tell everyone that Im 38. They’re so good about doing that. Isabel said to me yesterday ” mom, I told everyone you turned 38 last year, what do I tell them this year”. I told her tell them I’m 37!

last night I came home to a mini surprise party. I left for two hours and came home to blowing horns and balloons and banners. I was so confused, it felt like new years. My favorite pie (pumpkin) was topped with candles number 29! It made me laugh. Those numbers look great, But I’ve been on this earth for 41 years. It’s a blessing to celebrate this beautiful number. I’ve got so much to celebrate and to be thankful for. My favorite gifts are the cards my kids write to me. They always make me cry. I always wondered why my mom cried and now I know why. It’s because you’re always surprised at how much you are loved.

I got an awesome mom key chain. I officially feel like a mom. It’s good to be 41!

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Couldn’t have said it better myself.Happy Father’s Day to one of the best dads I know. Thank you for your never ending efforts in turning our house into a home and for your unconditional love, support and guidance. We love you.