I have been inspired!

Here is Mommy Callahan's recessionary daily happiness list (source of inspiration http://simplystated.realsimple.com/simplystated/2009/03/what-do-you-rea.html)

Challenge to think of the 10 daily needs that keep you happy: (I challenge all of you my blogging friends to jump on board!)

1. A good strong cup of coffee with just the right amount of hazelnut creamer
2. Quite time with my cup of coffee my journal and some good prayer
3. Getting the dishwasher unloaded and the hand wash dishes put away before I leave for work
4. Clothes that fit and look great on
5. A parking place at the park n ride
6. Even better nice weather that allows me to walk to the bus
7. A seat on the bus for the ride into work
8. A workday that keeps me on my toes but allows for a breather as well
9. Hugs and exclamations of joy from my 3 guys at the end of the day
10. Sweet peaceful bedtime routines with no rascal like behavior once the lights are off

That was so easy and yet really highlights what it takes to keep me happy. All of it almost free!

Spring is getting ready!!!

I love love love springtime - honestly it is one of my favorite seasons of all. The anticipation of flowers blooming and leaves returning to trees. The complete excitement when you see that first precious bulb pushing its way up through the cold earth that was its little home through the winter.

We had the amazing pleasure of having a half dozen robins in our backyard on Sunday afternoon. They were so pretty and confirmed for us that spring is really on the way.

Spring represents growth and change - something that is very much evident inside our house as well. Nolan has turned three and is so ready for preschool, he is all three year old boy, but is still our cuddle bug. Liam is closing in on 5 quickly with kindergarten applications being completed next week. God is doing amazing work in our lives and is echoing within our relationships with each other, within ourselves and the magnificent display of beauty about to explode in the yard.

Here are a couple of shots from Sunday afternoon, a very magical day.

Nolan's 3rd Birthday Party!!!

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The shortest day of the year ....
We celebrated the shortest day of the year at Mema & Grandad's house - so much fun.

Merry Christmas!!!! Santa from the Snow Day at a neighborhood church. Love it!!!!

Stone Soup & Thanksgiving Class Presentation

Liam's PreK class served stone soup and talked about what they are thankful for... Liam is thankful for Miss Bev (one of his teachers) clothes and work.

A couple pictures of Liam and the soup

We voted!

Liam and Nolan got to vote yesterday, well they took Mommy & Daddy's ballots and put them in the collection box. Liam wanted to know why they didn't get to vote. Good question son, since the choices we are making will eventually effect the world you live in as an adult. Made me stop to think about the first Presidential election I can remember, John Anderson running for President in 1980. My aunt was a very strong supporter and worked on his campaign. She has always been an inspiration for me and I was a strong 6 year old supporter for Anderson too. Would I vote for him today? I went back and looked at his campaign materials, the web is a wonderful thing...interesting to look back in time - we aren't much different than 1980.. http://www.4president.org/brochures/andersonlucey1980brochure.htm

I wonder if Liam will remember this election when he is in his 30s and what he will think of in hindsight.