Someone's feeling better (praise God)!

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The reality of being a mom of littles is that the job never, ever takes a break. Today I had the privilege of looking after my second son as he came down with a stomach bug. Although this may not sound very festive, let me assure you that it was a great gift. At the beginning of this month, on Judah's birthday, we lost a tiny, beloved child that most of the world did not even know about yet. It was a very bittersweet day as we celebrated seven years of our big boy, and at the same time mourned the loss of our tiniest family member. Today, although I did grumble at times, and there were certain aspects I could have done without, I was so immeasurably thankful to be a mom to the children I have on this earth. There's that quote by Corrie Ten Boom that says "Hold everything in your hands lightly, otherwise it hurts when God pries your fingers open." That couldn't be truer, especially when it comes to my children. They are precious gifts, and I am a steward of that gift. I'm so thankful that I believe and trust in a sovereign God who knows my pain before it's felt, and who gives good gifts to his children. Praise the Lord for his grace to me these 28 years!

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Sometimes we do math in our pyjamas in the middle of the hallway.

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Captain America visited with us all morning long.

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The snow is melting, the sun is warm, Daddy is home, and it's time for projects. Happy Saturday!

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If there is one word to describe the life of this three-year-old girl, it's DRAMA. She was very upset because the boys had a chance to make some money and she didn't. But, a promise of a different money making scheme and a hug from her two favourite stuffies, and she was all smiles once more.

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The air is fresh, the puddles are splashy, and spring is the BEST.

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Jump for Joy!

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"Thank you, Lord, for this food."

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We used vegetable stamps to create a field of flowers to celebrate the first day of spring.

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The way the sun is hitting and moving through our house is proof positive that winter is at its end.

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Grandma is a great multi-tasker!

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Stories are always silly when Grandpa reads them.

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I had an EPIC custard pie fail this afternoon, and now I'm left with a disastrous kitchen, a litre of custard, and a cat in a bowl.

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Daddy's home from work!

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A little kitteh love for Oliver.

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Waking up from a nap is hard, especially when it wasn't one you intended to take.

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We love Kinex in this house!

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Saturday's project: model plane making with Daddy.

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Three little morning muffins getting all toasty on the register.

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How to make Benjamin laugh uncontrollably: purposely mishear what he says, replacing a word with something ridiculous. Insist that he said the ridiculous thing. Continue as long as you like - it will never stop being funny, ever.

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Bedtime snuggles for Daddy.

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The weather is crazy and it sounds like the roof is going to rip off our house and there are paper airplanes everywhere!

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It's entirely possible that they are finally starting to understand each other.

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Haircut day!

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Weekend morning vibes.

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Cook Your Own Beef night.

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I am a roller coaster of emotions today.

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Make time to use your God-given talents!

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Her best spinning dress.

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We had an early birthday party (Batman Lego themed!) to celebrate this little dude's SEVENTH birthday!

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Handsome boy.

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Cute little snacker.

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I walked around the corner to find all three of them crammed into that little chair in the corner, enjoying a book together. I give these days permission to last forever.

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Checking up on the savings account.

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The littles have been allllll about the drawing lately. I can't say that I mind one bit!

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Daddy took the kids adventuring while Mommy went shopping. Everyone was happy with this arrangement.

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Waiting in anticipation of Daddy's delicious curry!

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We escaped to my mum's today because sometimes you just need to do what it takes to survive!

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It's been a really, really long time since we've gone for such a long, puddle-soaked walk!

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An afternoon scene. And, yes, the boys are still playing Battleship...

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I didn't give them valentines or chocolates, but I did give them Battleship, and I'm pretty sure that made it the best Valentine's Day ever.

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Merely two hours out in the cold, winter sun, and Benjamin's freckles are coming out like gangbusters.

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We spent a couple hours making Valentine's gifts for all of the kiddos' little church friends today. Judah and Ben made crossbows out of bent popsicle sticks, elastic bands, and Nerf darts for the boys, and Lydia made personalized necklaces for the girls. 

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Joey's idea of relaxing on his day off involves exploring creek beds and making homemade strudels. I like this guy!

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Fourth month of winter?! Bring it.

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Being able to make mac & cheese is pretty much a life skill.

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Grandpa's guitar playing is always a wonderful treat.