Hazel has been full of boundless energy lately. More than usual it seems. I am doing my best to keep up but she is like the energizer bunny. Since this is really my first go at being a true full-time stay at home mommy after losing my job a couple weeks a go...major PROPS to all you full-time mommies out there. It is wonderful being fully present all the time. Even though I was working a lot from home and not always in the office I realized how distracted and stressed I was all the time. Being mentally present with the girls has been heart warming and created a peace and calm that I have not had in a long time. After beloved Elliot Willam's passing this week I realize how precious each minute of life with them is. As I was wrangling Hazel to the ground this morning after madly chasing her around the house in a failed attempt to get her dressed...I was so frustrated...but then I thought...its ok...I am blessed to have the opportunity to chase her wildly around the house. I'm thankful to have my health and the strength to chase her around the house. As I was putting piggy tails in and painting little fingernails...the simple things...I realized how grateful I was to be able to share even the little moments with them. Life is a gift and I should treat it as such. The Lord giveth and the Lord taketh away, blessed be the name of the Lord. One day when we see His great face we will know all the answers. But until then...I should live each day as if there is no tomorrow.
