Nicolas and Christian: Precious Gifts ~ In The Moment

We finally all recovered and are back to life! The boys and I have been doing a lot of new things this summer. Swimming with friends, we actually ventured to the beach yesterday as a playgroup which was awesome. This time of the year is fun (even though hot) because most of our buddies are out of school for the summer so we are doing something fun each day. Now that I am feeling better, I am soaking in every moment of fun with them, almost hesitating putting them in school in the fall because this age is so magical....Yes, probably each post you read goes back and forth whether this age is hard or not, whether it is a good or bad day but since we are feeling better, I can honestly say, I love this age. Also, we are currently in the process of losing a family member, my grandma, who is probably one of the most special people in my life. I went Tuesday to say my goodbye to her and she gave me so many words of wisdom, so many things that made me so proud and it was one of those moments in life that teaches you such a huge valuable lesson on life. Making you realize all the special gifts God puts in our life and to cherish /enjoy them. I made a promise to myself as I was saying good bye to her, seeing all my family, that I am going to try and live like it's my last day (meaning taking each day as it comes), doing what is most important for that day and relishing in the moment of my children's sweet innocence. It truly is helping with my patience when these guys test me. Today's new venture.....we are taking the boys to the movies for the first time (if we can get out in time).

Here are a few photos of my little munchkins going out for a bike ride the other night.

Christian, getting ready for his work out....