Four for Four

Four Year Old Boys have the ability to wrap their mommas around their little fingers so well.
1. When they say "I love you!" it is because it is bubbling out of their little hearts. Not because they want something.
2. When they say "You are the bestest momma ever!" it is because it is bubbling out of their little hearts. Not because they want something.
3. When they say "Momma, you are the beautifullest momma ever!" it is is because it is bubbling out of their little hearts. Not because they want something.
4. When they run up and grab you in a big hug it is because it is bubbling out of their little hearts. Not because they want something, or just got something.

I have a four year old little boy that is in love with his momma at this point in his life. As much as I enjoy each stage. I think I am going to miss this stage quite a bit. Especially now, that my other 2 boys are getting older and Dad is cooler more often than Mom.

Quiet....

Yesterday my kids and husband let me take a 5 hour nap!
To which, my dear, sweet friend replied with, "WHAT! ? ! Haven't you learned your lesson?"
The last time I took a nap, dog doo was tracked through the house and led to the marathon cleaning that left me so exhausted I drifted off to be unheard from for 5 hours.
I think the kids were just glad to have mom quiet and sleeping. It meant no more chores and scrubbing. They were also exhausted from the hours of outdoor play I had required of them while I cleaned.
But the last 24+ hours have been quiet. I am very grateful for that. They are even getting along with one another. A miracle in of itself. I love these moments. They are hard to interrupt. Its getting to be bed time, but I don't want to end this magical moment where my children are friends with one another and enjoying each other's company. I am free to listen to their sounds and reactions and also accomplish a thing or two in peace.