As we wrestle to get two get tucked into bed and one cries as she practices a speech, today feels like another ride on the crazy train, but for now I’m laughing and smiling and thanking God for His mercies and grace to walk through each new day.
2370. raindrops tapping on glass
2371. waking up to a clean, quiet house
2372. third born, whose heart of service and generosity has taught me more than I’ll ever teach her
2374. rain all day
2375. pace slow enough to enjoy it
2376. laughter at the table
2377. being knocked back on my knees; where God really wants me anyway
2378. fellowship with Sunday school friends; laughing, reflecting, looking ahead
2379. this sense of community God’s been giving
2380. Sunday – a day to slow and rest
2381. Monday – a fresh start on a new week
2382. coffee on a bitterly cold morning
2383. a list that always seems the same; these gifts that are given every day
2384. being out of MOI and on to passports!
2385. giggling girls – sleepovers to celebrate birthdays late
2386. warm sunshine
2387. Christmas decor down
2388. third-born loses another tooth
2389. these children – always hungry
2390. all these signs of beautiful, growing girls
2391. a few hours away with my beloved
2392. family game nights
2393. a new day, a new week – mercies poured out again
For His Glory ~
My Ears Are Tired 
Sara, the name of your blog alone makes me smile! My ears are tired on most days, too! I think our third-borns should meet. It sounds like they were cut from the same fabric. Such a gift when God uses our children to show us His heart, isn’t it? Your family is beautiful. Hope your ears can hear me from here…”You’re doing a great job. Keep smiling, dear mama, and clinging to the One who hears your every cry. Blessings from another tired-eared mom in Iowa.”
Alicia, I wish I could tell you how well-timed your comment was as it came into my mailbox immediately following a frustrating disagreement with one of our children. Thank you for stopping by and for the kind words of encouragement! Praying you have a blessed day!