My day as a mom :)

Today was good! Time with my oldest son made me smile. We were talking about The 5 Love Languages and I was trying to figure out what his was since, you know, he's a teenager and doesn't talk all that much, lol! So, we finally came to the conclusion that if I didn't spend time with him, he would have a hard time believing I loved him. Wow, what an eye-opener! I wanted to cry! He loves me, yay! *Sniff, sniff* He makes me feel so special sometimes, yet at times we really clash. Like, for instance- the fact that he never sees the little things that need to get done. *sigh* I give- do boys ever see them? Well, the only conclusion I came to was that they just need to be accepted as they are in order for them to grow into the Men that God wants them to be. So hopefully these books can help me accomplish just that! The 5 Love Languages I cannot say enough about! If we speak the opposite of what they need, it can be so devastating! I pray every day that God helps me to be the mother that these precious children need. He obviously thinks I can handle the job of raising them, but it sure is a humbling experience, let me tell ya!

So, anyway- once we finally got out of the house today to go run all the errands that needed to be run, it was noon. We drove from Goshen to New Paris to Mishawaka and on to South Bend because Kaylee was sleeping and I did not want to disturb a sleeping child. So on the drive between Mishawaka and SB, I found some property that intrigued me entirely.  There was a fence for miles with nothing but woods on the other side and it just looked like so much fun to go exploring in. And I started to wonder- when did I lose my adventurous spirit? It would've been so much fun to just go tromping around in the woods for a day with boots and a backpack of food. Although this particular area had 'NO TRESPASSING' signs plastered everywhere (I think they meant business), I could gladly find another area to head off to. Any ideas anyone? *sigh* I had to keep driving today, but it can now go on my dreams list- a day in the woods with the kids!

So, now we finally come to Mishawaka and I had a mystery shop to do, so I head off to my job and then on home. Then we get the grand idea, let's go to Lowe's and find some ideas for redecorating the boys' bedroom and the one wall in my kitchen. Oh boy! By now I'm amazed that there have been no fights or screams or any fussing for that matter! My baby is totally happy and content in the backseat, what a blessing. I thanked God for such a good day and happy kids!

We found some things we liked, lol, but it was not what I was expecting! He wants what!!!! Pink Camo- yes, you read correctly- my son wanted to decorate his room in PINK CAMO!!!  Needless to say, I made him keep looking and he did eventually find some other ideas that he liked better, whew! Funny stuff, lol. I am giving you a pic so you have an idea- THIS is what he wanted!!Ay yi yi, help me! OK, should I let him have whatever he wants? What would you do if it was your 9 year old son?

By the time we made our happy selves get out of that store and come home, it was 5 PM. We get home and I realize---my daughter has one shoe missing and a very wet, dirty sock. Now what? Back to the store we go, in search of a shoe, lol! And we found it still in the cart right where it fell off. Thank God, because He knew I needed that shoe! Jesus always provides.

I made chicken and sweet potatoes with brownies for dessert while the kiddos ran to the neighbors to play for a while. When they got home, my daughter had a bloody mouth- what! Oh boy- rambunctious son of mine! He dumped her out of the wagon on the way home!  So now we have scrapes on her face and a bump on the forehead for Easter Sunday. But she's OK, after snuggling with mom for comfort for a while after they got home, lol. He felt terrible, asking if she was going to have brain injuries. NO, she's fine but it did scare him and me! Maybe next time he will slow down, I hope?!

And now, I am tired after just typing all this. I had a very full and productive day.
Thank you Lord! Good night, my friends. Blessings to you all as we celebrate what Jesus has given us on this Easter weekend! Let's count our Blessings and Praise Him.