Families are the compass that guide us. They are the inspiration to reach great heights, and our comfort when we occasionally falter. -- Brad Henry

Monday, February 13, 2012

Mommy's Birthday



I spent my birthday today home with the little one.  She woke up with 103 fever.  By noon time she was feeling a little better, and she was hungry for McDonalds.  So, my birthday lunch consisted of a happy meal with a precious little girl.  She even offered her toy to me as a present!



Once everyone was home, we had Dora figures on top of a Godiva chocolate cheesecake!  Yumm!  I then received a new digital camera for blogging (since I've been using my phone), an egg crate for camping (the oldest hopes to use soon), a scavenger hunt ending in our music room (with our son playing on the violin), and the little one sight-reading Happy Birthday on the piano (it was her first time playing this piece)!  






Then, my sweet husband built a fire outside, prepared a tray of crackers, cheeses, & fruit, and served it with a glass of wine!  I loved all the beautiful, thoughtful gifts that were truly from the heart.  And, I get to top it all off by wearing a new outfit tomorrow (thanks Mom & TC)!  It was a wonderful birthday!  I am truly blessed!

Sunday, February 12, 2012

The Guard

I was walking by the stairs about to take something up, and noticed all the sofa pillows blocking the stairwell. Looking around a bit more, I noticed our son just standing in the corner, very still and quiet. 


After lots of questions and no answers, I started walking up through the barricade.  It's only then when I realized who he was.  He was the protector of the princess.  :)

I love their imagination on cold, wintry days!