Things That Are Making Me Smile

1.) Watching the bond between my kiddos and seeing it strengthen everyday. When Jaxson thinks that no one is looking I see him do sweet little things for Kendra. At playgroup a few weeks ago he helped her into the toy car and was pushing her around all while telling her he loved her. It brought tears to my eyes.

Taking care of sissy when she has been hasn't been feeling well.

2.) That my orchid that I had written off as being dead has not only re-bloomed , but is flourishing now!

3.) The fact that even though it may not look like it, that my house is slowly, little by little, getting organized. I have been on a re organizing mission lately. I have a whole other post lined up for that. :)

4.) I found a new series of novels that I am loving right now. There is something about finding an author with reoccurring characters that you can form a connection with. I get excited when the book is over because I know I have a new one to read. Plus, it is so much easier with my kindle to just download and have it right there(it is also easier to overspend on books, however, because I buy so many!).

5.) My new washing machine! The spending money part on it doesn't make me smile.... but we have been without one for over two weeks and it is tough! I took that for granted and never will again. Hello clean laundry!

6.) The Walking Dead is back on! Although this show is not everyone's cup of tea, I love it!

7.) Kendra finishing my sentences! I was singing a song the other day when she chimed in and finished the line perfectly! It was so cute. We kept doing it over and over so I could hear her little voice. She is talking more and more everyday and amazes me with what comes out of her mouth.

8.) Noticing the distinct differences between my childrens' personalities and preferences, even at this young age.  For example, if you give them the same meal she will go straight for the meat and then to the bread. She always saves her fruits and veggies for last. Jaxson, however will eat the veggies, then the fruit and then we have to fight to get him to eat the main dish. She generally will finish what he has left behind.

9.) We have implemented our bugdet and seem to be adjusting. We are starting to see some debts go down and our savings go up. Yeah for progress!

10.) My friend asked me to be a bridesmaid in her wedding and I am so excited and honored to be a part of her special day!