Almost Heavenly

 It's been a while since I've been on here but life is still chugging along. Last week we had a few good days where things just kind of clicked into place. One afternoon in particular the littles completed all of their chores and more without me having to ask them over and over again. Camilla organized the troops and did some awesome bonus jobs. While I prepped dinner Camilla and Hyrum tidied up the bedrooms and made all of the beds. Camilla enthusiastically put away all of the children's clothes that I had left folded on the end of my bed (without even being asked). Hyrum vacuumed the main floor and Joseph sang every song he knows (Happy and you know it, Twinkle Twinkle, I am a Child of God) to Finley. Our home felt like a bit of heaven on earth.

 I sure do love my big girl and her beautiful personality! Earlier that afternoon she volunteered to rinse all of the dishes off for the dishwasher. The whole time she was singing away and having a ball. She kept saying, "Isn't it nice for you to have a day off dishes? I bet it's nice. You work so hard all the time Mommy, I bet you enjoy the break!" A little bit of teaching goes a long way! I love that she's developing skills she will be able to use her entire life.

 One of her newest loves is helping me with Finley. He's pretty chunky and strong now, so she enjoys holding on to him for me any chance she can get. She is an amazing big sister and teaches her little brothers so much!

We have also been busy enjoying the sunny weather! As soon as the sun is up and they are dressed they beg to be let out in the backyard to play. We have spent many mornings drawing chalk on the front walk and many afternoons biking, playing in the sand, hitting up parks, and hanging out on the trampoline.

 

After a busy weekend we've kind of ignored the mess (dishes, popcorn all over the basement, shoes everywhere...) and escaped to the backyard again for some fun and relaxation. I spent the afternoon laying on the trampoline with Finley while the kids popped in and out to snuggle their baby brother or make him smile. It felt so nice to soak up the sun while I desperately tried to recharge my batteries. I have been exhausted lately with a teething baby who's also learning to roll and a certain two year old who wakes screaming a few times a night. Our days start early, but I don't mind so much now that I am greeted most mornings by sunshine, blue skies, and happy kids.