It’s been one of those weeks that I just can’t get out of my funk. I’m still getting over being sick from the weekend (this cough seems like it’s never-ending.) The snow day (although fun) put me a little bit off of schedule for the week and I still feel like I’m playing catch-up.
When I start to feel down for any reason, I always try to think of the small things in life that can make me happy. With three kiddos around and my awesome husband, there are so many thinks to be thankful for.
I started this series a couple of months ago as a way to remember the little things that happen throughout the day. It’s so important that we focus on those small things that bring a smile to our face.
1. Watching Harlan sound out words and then seeing her face when it finally clicks and she gets it.
2. Avery’s obession with tomorrow. In her words, “I love tomorrow.” Seriously, everything she asks for, she asks to do tomorrow.
3. Macks walking around everywhere he gets the chance.
4. Watching the girls’ faces as they see Macks walk.
5. The giddiness Harlan gets when she plays out in the snow. For being born in Florida, this girl sure loves her snow days.
6. Avery playing pretend in the playroom with her figurines. She acts out a scene between all of them with voices and all.
7. The look (and sprint) Macks gives me when he sees me walk into the gym playroom after I’ve worked out.
8. The hour MacKay and I spend each night after the kids have gone to bed just talking. Brings me back to the days when it was just the two of us.
9. Looking back at old photos of the kids. It’s amazing how one photo can bring you back to that moment.
10. Family movie nights. We bring out the sleeping bags and pig out on popcorn and candy. It’s the best.
11. The excitement I get for my sister’s wedding and being back together with my family. All of us.
12. When Avery asks to curl up on my lap so that she can take a nap.
13. Macks wanting to stay close to me when we’re out and I am wearing him.
14. Being able to spend one-on-one time with each child. That’s a true gift.
15. Avery’s dancing.
16. Har’s ability to calm Macks down even when I can’t.
