Safe and Warm

 This week I have woken up each day with a new found desire to pull my little one's close and make our home a safe haven from the world. There is so much going on out there right now and I want my children to feel loved and safe at home. Every morning when I send my girl off on the bus I whisper a little prayer that she will be safe and make good choices. 

I woke up this morning to find Joseph snuggled next to me. As I listened to the wind howl and blow against the side of the house I drank in the moment snuggled with those I love in my bed. Daddy got up for work and Finley woke up a few seconds later. I carefully pulled my arm from underneath Joseph's head and went to console Finley. It wasn't long before Joseph joined us and asked sweetly what was for breakfast. My heart exploded with love while I watched Joseph's messy blonde hair dance around as he softly spoke. A small bowl of cheerios kept him extra happy while I got myself ready for the day.

The boys spent the morning playing and Finley went for a nice little snooze. Now that his creaky bedroom door is fixed I can sneak in and peak at him sleeping more often. I love looking at his chubby cheeks, his arm rolls and his sweet little lips. It's hard to believe he will be a year old soon. He was up a lot last night and as we snuggled in the rocking chair I thought about I quote I heard a long time ago.

 "You can comfort them best, and that is your privilege." 

-Wendy Watson Nelson

With the turn in the weather I have also picked up my crochet hook again. Yesterday I worked up these slipper boots and added a bit of leather to the bottom for grip. Everytime I make something Camilla sits close by studying the movement of the hook and begging me to teach her. We did a few rows together yesterday and she wants to make a scarf for her baby. I love being able to create warm, cozy things for my children to wear or cuddle. It's just one more way I like to make our home safe and warm and show my children how much I love them.