Tonight, I feel myself overwhelmed with love for my children. My babies. They fill my life with so much joy.
I always knew that I wanted to have kids. How many I would have varied, but I knew that I would have them. I am not a kid person, really. I don’t get down in the floor and play with them. I don’t have to hold everyone’s little babies. I would rather have a conversation with an adult than someone’s kid. I’m just not a kid person.
Until it comes to my own. There’s just something different when they’re yours. The nutty things they do aren’t annoying, but cute. Their little quirks aren’t weird, they’re endearing. Their diapers stink, but they’re bearable. When they throw up, instead of running away, you pull them to you. It’s just different. The kid with the snotty nose in the store is to be avoided at all costs, but your own little snot-nose is just, God love them, in need of a Kleenex and a cuddle.
It’s just different when they’re your own flesh and blood. My days begin and end with my little munchkins, and I can’t imagine my life without them. I don’t think of the day when they will be grown and gone from my home, because I can’t bear it. To me, the sun rises and sets for my babies.
Kyra keeps me laughing. The things she does and says are hillarious. I joke to people that they will have a much better time at my home if they just realize and accept the fact that Kyra is crazy. Half the things she says are ridiculous and crazy and nuts and creative and touching and inspiring. Her middle name is Joy, and we could not have picked a better name for her.
Elijah is my darling little boy. He is sweet and loving. He will come to me several times a day, reach his chubby little arms up to me, and all he wants is a cuddle. I pick him up, and he lays his head against my shoulder. I give him a hug and a smooch, and he’s on his way. He cuddles with me at night. I know people say it’s bad to let them sleep with you, but I find no sweeter moments than all four of us in the bed. Kyra cuddles up to her Daddy, and Elijah cuddles up to me. Chris and I will touch fingertips accross our pillows, and, in that moment, I have found all the joy that life could possibly have to offer. I am a blessed woman. I count myself lucky to be called a wife and a mother. I love my family, and I love my babies. They are my heart. My whole life. They are my happiness. And, tonight, my heart is full.

So, we got home from our Vegas trip late Tuesday night. We had a good time. It was great to see Chris. We fit a lot into five days. We visited the Hoover Dam and the Grand Canyon. The kids really enjoyed seeing their Daddy, and I was so happy to get to spend some time with Chris.
We’re back now, and I’m about worn out. I’ve almost got all the laundry from our trip taken care of. I’ve got a few other minor chores done today, but not as much as I would have liked. I’m still so tired. Me and the kids slept till noon today. I probably would have slept longer, but Chris called and woke me up. I don’t know if we’re still operating on Nevada time, or what. It’s really rainy here, but, as soon as it dries up, the yard needs mowed again. There’s so much that needs done.
Elijah is teething, and all he has done today is cry. It makes it really hard to get anything done when he is constantly holding on to my leg crying. Kyra has been pretty good, but incredibly hyper. I sent her to bed, tonight, and she went to sleep pretty easily. Elijah was driving me insane, and wouldn’t go to sleep. So, I put him in his bed, and pretty much let him cry it out. I really don’t like that too much, but he was driving me nuts. He went to sleep a few minutes ago. I’m hoping they will both stay asleep for a good long time. I need some restful sleep.
I need a break. I think I’m going to ask my mom if she will take them for the day Saturday. I just need some time to myself. I’m worn out.

We’re going to Vegas! We’ll be back Tuesday!!! Yay, I’m going to see my Baby!

Hey, Sist. I am hoping that you will check my blog today, since you don’t have email. I hope you are feeling better. I told your mom to give you a big kiss from me, and then, when you recover from getting a kiss from me, to tell you to feel better.

If you don’t mind, can you get me two more adult tickets and one more child ticket (for a four year old) along with the one for Seth, for the zoo. Malachi, Misty, and Makenzie are going to go with us, and I told them I could get cheaper tickets for them. If you need me to pay you first, I’ll have it for you on Wednesday. I was going to give Jec a blank check to give to you tonight, but I ended up forgetting and leaving before the business meeting.

Also, are you gonna come over and watch Gilmore Girls and One Tree Hill with me Tuesday? If you already have plans, that’s okay, but the return of new episodes are going to be a big deal at my house. I’m so excited, it’s pathetic.

Well, I guess that’s all for now!

My gorgeous little boy!  

Is this a sneaky look, or what? 

Mommy and Eli 

Kyra Joy 

Elijah loves balls! 

It’s not that fun! I can’t figure it out.