Synchronicity

Last weekend, I found myself in the exact same place, at the exact same time, as my mother.  Totally at random.  What does that mean?  We live in the same town, of about 100,000 people.  What are the chances of us meeting two days in a row, at random?  First, we were in the exact same line at the grocery store (and usually, I don't shop at that grocery store), and then we were in the same line at the McDonald's drive through, both ordering ice cream cones.  I really find that to be a very meaningful coincidence.  What is the universe telling me?  Savour the moments together with my family?  Really take note and appreciate them?  They are so precious.  My parents are both about 70-ish, and we know that at any age, but especially at their age, life can change on a dime.  I am taking a long, thoughtful pause, and want to really learn the message that this synchronicity is bringing me.  Thank you, Universe!  I need to be more deeply present.

Love notes and yummy cuddles

There is nothing better than being gifted with a hand-written note of affection from your own child!  I am given these fairly frequently by my oldest, PTJ.  And my youngest, TCB, gives me the most delicious cuddles and knows just how to comfort me and cheer me up when I'm at my wits end.  Sometimes I find myself dwelling on the negatives, well.... too often, it seems.  It does my soul well to pause and take note of the most fantastic ways that my children make my life rich and full of beauty.  As one of my favorite authors writes, "What we think about, we become."  (Wayne Dyer)

A birthday party

My oldest son's birthday party was held at McDonalds this past week.  It was PTJ's first birthday celebration with his school friends, since he just started school this year.  I'd say it was a success!  Lots of fun was had by all!

The boys worked up an appetite in the play room, and then sat down just long enough to eat a few chicken nuggets, French fries and apple juice.  The Happy Meal included Batman toys, which was a hit.

We were taken on a tour of the back of the restaurant, and then after more time in the play room, the boys gathered long enough to eat some chocolate cake!  Then it was back to business.  PARTY!!

A day in the life

Welcome to my blog!  Let me introduce myself.... I am, first and foremost, a Mom.  I have two sons.  My oldest, Pokemon Trainer 'J' (PTJ), is in Junior Kindergarten.  My youngest, Train Conductor 'B' (TCB), is in Preschool.  I will tell stories from a day in the life as a busy Mom of two very special young boys.