Things that make me smile....

1. Watching my sweet 2 year-old singing and dancing to praise songs.

2. A cup of hot chocolate and little bit of coffee mixed together.

3. A delicious bottle of sweet wine.

4. A love note from my husband.

5. A great page turning novel.

6. Rocking my babies to sleep.

7. Praying with my husband.

8. Laughing really hard with good friends.

9. Looking at my wedding pictures.

10. Getting a good bargain.

11. Shopping at Publix on Capital Circle.

12. When I get dinner cleaned up and I get to spend an hour with my kids before they go to bed.

13. Rain pattering on the roof, as I sleep in.

14. Cuddling under the covers when it is really cold outside.

15. A movie that is absolutely hilarious, I just have to be in a good mood after it.

16. A good quote.

17. Writing, journaling,

18. A change in season

19. Going on a date with my husband and eating AMAZING food...Bonefish

20. A hot sweet potato, because it taste good and it has lots of fiber

21. TCBY

I just wanted to reflect on the little things that I love so much in life. I want to learn to treasure each day. This is my new year plan. I never make a "NEW YEAR" plan. However, this is more like a life plan. A mind set change. I want to understand that if the laundry doesn't get done that it is okay...that my family and relationships are more important when the day is done. So that is my prayer everyday to see God in all of the small things. The small little kisses on earth that I receive from Him daily.

a night away

Michael's dad took him on a night trip camping. It was weird being without him. It made me appreciate him more and know how much I really do love him and need him. But I did get to spend some girl time with my sister in-laws and that was extremely fun and a blessing to get to know them more. Even a short absence can make the heart grow fonder.

all our children

Elyse has 9 baby dolls now. She has a name for each one of them. She puts diapers on them and feeds them. She is an amazing mom. She has a system just like her mommy. It is so cute to watch her do this. She keeps track of them all very well. These are all of the children.
SuLu, McKenzie, Ariel, Danielle, Jackie, Clintonia, Ebony, Sarah, and Ashley Anne

high of 75 on a beautiful december day