I know I say it all the time

I know I say all the time how wonderful my life is, how content I am, how happy. And on and on. But tonight Jim and I went through several houses on our cities tour of homes. It is where builders let you go through there new homes. And I came home and just went, wow. I love my home. We liked some of the lay outs. Some were outraggous and what not. But, they all had really dark colors and furniture in them and they were a little to big for me. My house is wonderful. Yes there is still a to do list. Like repaint the bedroom, ours and Braydens. But other than minor things our home is perfect. And it is home. Where the people I love most in the world live.
I will try and get a picture of it tomorrow, now that I have my camera up and running again.

Thoughts

So, I have been thinking the last few days about life. I have a wonderful life. I stay home with my 2 healthy and wonderful kids. I have a husband who loves us and works very hard to provide for us. I have my family close by to offer support and friendship. As well as great friends.
But, I have been thinking and I guess comparing myself and my family with others. I don't feel in a bad way and not thinking myself better by any means. When I look at life and look at the lives of some of my friends I feel sad for them. From what I know and I don't have all the facts. They are working because they choose to. And they have said this to me. I don't know how you can stay home with your kids all the time. I would go crazy.
I just feel sad for them. They are missing out on so much. Life is very short and I think you realize that even more after you have children. But the time I get to spend reading, playing and cuddling with my kids is so precious to me. We don't have much by any means and I am so fine with that. I don't need things. I am not one that would spend lots of money on stuff even if we had lots of it. I like to be home with my family.
I am not knocking woman that work. I understand that some women love there kids but just aren't cut out for being with them all the time and some women have to work. Another things why are people always in a hurry. and why do they want there kids to grow up so fast? I am trying to slow down and just enjoy life.
I just realized this week what I have heard,read and seen a million times. Life is short. And money and things won't bring happiness. I think people need to step away and decide what kind of heritage and legacy they want to leave there kids. I know I want my kids to remember a loving, kind, special mom who did fun things with them and taught them all kinds of things and especially taught them how to love the Lord God with there whole hearts and was never to busy to stop for a hug and kiss nd would not put laundry and dishes before just being there for them.
I will keep you posted on more of my thoughts.

Summertime

There are so many great things about summer. First is the weather. I am a person who gets so excited about each season. They are all my favorites. Some of the things I love are:


A great big bowl of fruit. Summer is a great time for watermelon, strawberries and of course you can't forget ice cream, BBQ's, popsickles, swimming, running through the sprinklers, swinging on our new swing set. The sun is big here in Oregon. The smell of fresh air in the house. Windows open. Potatoe salad, baked beans. Sweet tea. Frappachinos, Iced lattes. Camping, smores. Wow. This list could go on and on. Summer is great.

Oh and don't forget fishing.