Missing My Kids!

I am so grateful for the time I have had the past 2 weeks to recover and am also so grateful for all the amazing help we have received. However, I am still really missing my kids! I think it is true that you don't know what you have until it is gone. I struggle with being a patient mom and there are so many nights I am burned out and frustrated, but the past two weeks have reminded me all that my kids bring to my life.

Taylor is our solid rock. He is calm and mellow and quick to obey. He is a thinker and asks questions that help stretch me and his father. He is already very good about regular scripture study and prayer which is an example to me. The past 6 months he has been the one to walk with me when I am lagging behind and offer a hug. I tell him that since he is my only boy is is supposed to take care of his mother, and he truly does.

Emma is my the excitement and laughter in my life. She is genuine and is always offering to help in the kitchen and such. She gets excited about the little things and makes it so easy to have fun with. She loves to giggle and it reminds me of when I was her age. She is also so sweet to Madelyn and is constantly helping get her dressed or snuggling her at night.

Madelyn is my ray of sunshine. She and I have been buddies these past 6 months. We have spent a lot of time playing on the ground, watching movies, doing puzzles, and coloring together. She has been so easy to entertain and I have enjoyed our one on one time together. She is my most cuddly child and it has been hard on her to have mom not able to hold her as much because of my big belly and pain. I look forward to have her back and be able to cuddle with her again!

Only 4 more days until they come home! I can't wait! In a week when I am getting frustrated again and impatient, I will come and read this and remind myself how lucky I am to be these children's mother!!