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The Gift of Being Fully Present

Today I will let my laundry wait for one more day.  Today I will smile as my son watches cartoons in his pj's and slurps his milk and lets it slowly drip down his chin.    Today I will enjoy the sight of Aliya's favorite blanket and stuffed animal lying in the middle of the floor.    Tod…

Best Friends

Having a dog is having a friend. It is someone who always wants to play with you, never gets mad at you and is always willing to listen.  These two have become the best of friends and I am so thankful for the beautiful friendship that Yogi provides for our family.

Card Tricks

Trent has been teaching himself magic tricks.  I am so proud of his new talent!  This one amazes me and I even know his secret!

Comfy Cozy Winter Days

The other day was sweat shirt day. It was a compromise...they wanted school in pajamas, I said they had to get dressed. I love the loop whole they found in getting dressed and i love that they did it as "Team Schlag".  The friendship they have created amazes me and makes me happy to no end.

Happy 4th Birthday Aliya Jade!

Our baby girl is not really a baby anymore.  Four years old...I said it quite a few times out loud to see if it would sink in but it still hasn't.  Our sweet little baby has become a beautiful little girl. She is growing so fast and it feels that the days are just flying by. We cherish every moment we have with…