31 days {thoughts}

Well, today is the last day of the 31 days. 

I cannot believe how quickly time goes, how quickly this past month went by. 

I didn't fully complete the 31 days of motherhood, but I would say I did pretty well. 

Really though, it wasn't so much about posting for me, but really challenging myself. 

I knew I needed to enjoy my children more. 

I needed it and they needed it. 

It wasn't easy because motherhood isn't easy. 

I had good days and bad days. 

I figured out what works for me as a mom and what doesn't. 

I figured out ways to enjoy them that I hadn't really before. 

I succeeded and failed in a lot of areas this month when it comes to being their mama. 

And that is okay because it isn't about being perfect. 

Its about being stretched and learning, which I did a whole lot of! 

So thankful I did this challenge, for so many reasons! 

I'm going to try to do better at being their mama. 

It's not an easy job. In face, it's the hardest. 

But it is the biggest blessing even in the toughest moments. 

I love my kids so much and thank God every single day for them! 

31 days {talking with a toddler}

One of the best things about toddlerhood is the funny things they say! 

Here are some of Braden's most recents funny thoughts! 

Comes out of our rooms, hands up in the air, "I'm freaking nuts!"
And recently, "Mae, you're freaking nuts!"
I'm working on him with this, telling him no one is nuts and its not nice.

Sitting at the kitchen table, while looking at me:
"I'm not happy!"
He totally got that from me when I disciplined him.

Whenever it is dark outside: "It's dark in there."

"Go outside?"
"Okay, what are you going to do outside?"
"I'm gonna look at grasshoppers!"

His nighttime prayer, that usually goes something like this:
"Dear Jesus, Thank You for today.
Thank You for Mom. Thank You for Dad.
Thank You for Sis. Thank You for Grandma. Amen."

Dad: "Braden you're funny!"
Braden: "I not!"
Mom: "You're a little stinker!"
Braden: "No, I not!"

After spilling some milk on the table:
"Oh no, oh no.... I spilled milk. Want to clean it!"
And then he got some peanut butter on his hands...
"Dirty hands. Wipe it off!"

Whenever I give him a granola bar:
"See chocolate. You see the chocolate?"
Kid is obsessed with chocolate, but I get it.

His sister is being fussy and screaming loudly:
"Sis is mad!"

When we got through the drive-thru at Starbucks Braden says, "COFFEE!"
He can also say "Starbucks!" which is super cute, but I feel bad that he knows that word! ;)

And for fun, here's a video.

31 days {less yelling + more quiet}

One of my goals throughout this whole 31 days of motherhood has been to yell less. 

I know its not something that I'm constantly doing,

but some times it feels like I yell a lot. 

Some days, some moments its really hard to not yell!

When the kids aren't listening, are fighting, are fussing and whining all the time...

it gets tough. 

This past month I've made more of an effort not to yell. 

It's taken really knowing myself and my limits. 

It's taken knowing something is going to make me yell. 

It's taken making the choice to NOT yell. 

I haven't been perfect at it and I probably never will be. 

But I feel like I've made some progress.

I feel better about myself as a mom and I'm sure my kids feel better too! 

I've also made more of an effort to get the kids down for a nap + quiet time. 

Maeva still naps, but Braden has given them up completely. 

I used to just let him be awake and out of his room,

but quickly realized that was a bad idea! 

This mama needs a break, so now he gets time in his room! 

It isn't always quiet and usually he destroys his room, but its time to ourselves. 

I'm realizing that its important and it helps me to not yell as well. 

Do you find it hard not to yell? 

Do your kids have quiet time? 

I know nap/quiet time is a very important part of my day! 

31 days {painting pumpkins}

I still need to blog about carving pumpkins and how the pumpkin is no more, 

but today its all about something Braden loves instead! 

A few weeks ago I was at the grocery store and saw tiny pumpkins, 3 for $1. 

They were the perfect size for Braden to paint and I knew he'd be so excited

because the kid loves to paint and is obsessed with pumpkins lately! 

When I asked him if he wanted to paint a pumpkin,

he got so excited and started jumping up and down, saying, 

"Paint a pumpkin! Paint a pumpkin!" 

I love how excited he gets about things, even the simplest of things! 

I painted a pumpkin right along side him and we had fun for a whole 5 minutes. 

Things certainly don't last long with toddlers! 

I really try to throw all my expectations out the window when it comes to this stuff. 

It won't last long, it will be messy, and it won't be perfect! 

That's anything crafty with my son, at least! ;)

We still have one small pumpkin left, 

which I may let him paint soon or maybe melt crayons on! 

His grandma also gave us another pumpkin, so maybe we will carve that as well! 

I love the Holidays and am excited for the activities it brings. 

I cannot believe that Halloween is already on Thursday! 

I'll be sure to have some pictures of the kids in their costumes then! 

31 days {keeping it clean}

This may seem crazy to some,

but in order for me to enjoy my kids, the house has to be clean. 

Now, I'm not talking about spotless because come on, I have two toddlers! 

That just ain't going to happen! 

But if the house is a complete mess I go a bit crazy.

I cannot focus if everything is a mess. 

If its a complete disaster...

than the only thing I'm thinking about when I'm not cleaning, is that I should be cleaning! 

I make time for my children everyday. 

We play outside, play with their toys, read books, sit together. 

If they need me, I'm there, but I also make time for cleaning. 

Having a cleaning schedule has helped me so much. 

Some times things do get crazy around here and the house is a disaster. 

There is always cleaning and organizing to do. 

There are always dirty dishes and laundry to catch up on. 

There are always toys all over the place. 

The kitchen floor always keeps to be swept and mopped,

even if I just did it 5 minutes ago! 

I'm okay with the little messes,

because honestly I'd probably get bored if there was nothing to clean.

But the big messes, I just cannot handle! 

I know that having a clean home is important for all of us. 

It not only makes me happy, but I think it makes my kids and husband happy too!

I know there's definitely a lot less stress when the house is mostly clean! 

31 days {just shoot em!}

....With the camera, that is! ;) 

If you follow me on instagram 

or come here often you know I take lots of pictures of my kids. 

I love the feel of my camera in my hand and capturing my children throughout our days. 

It is one of the many ways I enjoy them! 

As hard as some days may be, the days, they truly go by so quickly. 

But the moments I capture with my camera, I'll always be able to look back on them. 

I'm thankful for that. 

I'm thankful that years down the road, 

I will be able to pull out pictures and show them to my kids. 

I'll be able to show Braden how much he loved his sister and how much she loved him. 

I may need that reminder when they are teenagers! ;)

I'm glad that when they are grown...

I'll be able to show them how they were when they were toddlers. 

I'm glad I'll be able to show them the special moments in their lives they won't recall. 

Like their births, Holidays, and special things we did throughout their childhood. 

I love to snap photos of them while they are having fun and enjoying life. 

Sometimes I just like to capture photos of their sweet faces because they change and grow so quickly.

I know to some I probably take way too many photos,

but really I just want to remember. 

There are so many moments, big and small, that I want to hold onto forever. 

I'm glad my camera allows that. 

31 days {being brother & sister}

When I was first pregnant with Braden I wanted a girl so badly. 

I'm not sure why, but God knew what He was doing (of course!)

and blessed us with Braden first! 

One of my biggest joys in motherhood is 

seeing Braden be a big brother to his little sister. 

I look forward to seeing him grow into that role and have so many hopes for it! 

I hope that he loves them deeply, protects them, and is a constant friend. 

One of my biggest joys in motherhood, that I experience everyday, 

usually multiple times a day, is watching these two be brother and sister. 

There's something so special about the bond they share. 

They have a deep love for one another. 

I hear it first thing in the morning when Braden runs to her room to get "SIS!" 

He wants to climb in the crib with her 

and she starts giggling because she's just as happy to see him.

I see it when they play together. 

He'll hand her toys or call her over to look at the grasshoppers

(more like to touch it because she will and he won't).

I see it when she grabs ahold of his shirt and they walk around together, 

giggling and smiling. 

I hear it in his voice when he says, "Want to hug sis." and "Kiss sis." 

I see it when she gladly accepts those hugs and kisses. 

I see it when they are the floor wrestling and being silly together. 

I see it in watching them just be together. 

Their relationship isn't perfect. Oh, my goodness, it isn't! 

He hits and pushes her. He's too rough. 

She gets really mad at him and lets us know it by screaming. 

At times they need their space from one another. 

But I know that in their little hearts they are so happy to have one another. 

Their love for one another could make me weep because really, it is so special. 

I look forward to adding Sutton into the mix 

and seeing all three of them have a relationship. 

Oh goodness, cue the tears! 

All my 31 day posts can be seen ---> here

31 days {take a break}

....Without children, without responsibility.

I'm a big believer in needing time and space away from my kids. 

It keeps me sane and I know that it helps me enjoy my kids more when I am with them! 

I'm not always good at asking for time away. 

That seems to be a struggle for me because it means I have to ask for help. 

I hate asking for help because for some reason,

that word screams, "FAILURE!" in my mind.

But I know I need to let go and ask for help more often, especially in motherhood. 

This past weekend I was nearing the end of my rope. 

The kids seem to be extra fussy and cranky with me. Not so much with their dad. 

That's hard to handle some times and I was going a bit crazy. 

My husband dropped me off in front of Charming Charlies and told me to take my time. 

Time without kids and shopping!?! I was a happy mom! 

I need my space. I need time to just be myself without having to worry about little ones. 

I need this more often than I admit it and more often than it happens. 

Some times its leaving the house without them. 

Other times its going outside for 5 minutes or reading a book. 

Everyday it means nap time. 

Other times it means I give them to their grandparents for a while. 

I think time away is good for everyone. 

Mom gets a break to refuel and the kids have some time away from mom too. 

I am sure they need it just as well! ;)

What do you do to refuel?

Are you good at taking a break? 

Or is it a struggle? 

You can see all my 31 day posts ----> here.

31 days (seeing them with their dad)

Whenever they hear their dad coming from home from work they both get so excited.

They stand at the top of the stairs shrieking and jumping excitedly. 

This is one of the many ways I know they love their dad so much. 

It makes my heart feel like it could burst knowing they are so happy to see him. 

He greets them with a smile, hello, and hug. 

I know he's just as happy to be home and see them too.

Braden is a lot like his dad. 

He's a determined little boy, who I hope grows up to have his dad's determination. 

Because honestly, I don't know anyone filled with more determination than my husband. 

He loves to watch airplanes with his dad and just be with him. 

Maeva loves to get kisses from her dada. Its pretty much the most adorable thing ever.

She'll tilt her head towards him and you just know she wants a kiss. 

She does it over and over again, some times saying, "kiss!" 

She also loves to just sit on his lap and be in his arms. 

Both of my kids just seem to be more calm around their dad. 

I'm not sure why, but its nice.

I wish that transferred over to their time with me. ;) 

I couldn't be more happier with how much they love each other. 

I cannot wait until we welcome baby number 3 into our family. 

I'm looking forward to seeing her with her daddy and her siblings. 

I know those moments are moments I'll want to remember forever. 

You can catch up with all my 31 days posts ---> here.

31 days {24 week baby bump}

The baby bump turned 24 weeks yesterday. 

Its way past time for a bump update and its still crazy how quickly time is going! 

With every pregnancy it goes faster

and I feel like I'm going to blink and have a baby girl in my arms!

I had my OB appointment today + glucose test. 

We also scheduled my c-section and baby Sutton will be arriving on January 30th! 

That's a little more than 3 months and 104 days from now! 

That feels so soon and we are very excited! 

I am a bit nervous as well. I remember this feeling when I was pregnant with Maeva. 

Could I handle two kids? I could and I have. 

Now, I'm asking can I handle 3? And I know I can and will. 

Definitely not by myself, but with lots of help from my husband and family. 

And lots and lots of Jesus. For sure! 

I'm feeling pretty good. 

I've gained about 7 pounds and that is something I am very happy with! 

That's always a big struggle for me,

but chasing two toddlers and cleaning lots has helped. 

Plus I've been eating better. Most of the time ;) 

I'm tired, but naps and a bit of coffee help with that.

Also, fresh air! Its finally fall here and super chilly today. I'm loving it! 

Last weekend I had some serious issues with my teeth. 

My teeth tend to fall apart when I'm pregnant even though I brush, floss, use mouthwash. 

I have never been in so much pain before... 

even contractions didn't hurt as bad as my tooth! 

Turns out I had some abscess in one full root in one of my teeth. 

It was horrible and I was a big baby, but I am thankful for a husband who took care of me.

I'm also thankful for root canals even though I'm sure that sounds crazy! ;) 

Sutton is kicking lots. 

I feel her so much throughout the day and a ton at night. 

Her kicks are stronger and I just love feeling my baby move. 

I'm trying to soak in all the kicks and feelings of having this little girl in my belly. 

I'm also trying to soak in the time of us being a family of 4 for just a bit longer. 

Our family is great now and I know once Sutton comes it will be even better. 

Love my growing belly and family so much! 

^^^ I desperately need a haircut + color. My bangs are getting out of control!^^^

31 days {don't freak out...too much}

^^^Hello mom! Hello Braden!...He loves fake phone conversations^^^

Oh, I can tell that this boy turning three is going to be rough. 

A little over a month and that's what he will be,

but I'm pretty certain he's already acting three and pushing all my possible buttons.

Like yesterday...

Yesterday he took all his clothes off during quiet time 

+ his diaper and had a little painting party.

It was disgusting and I was not happy that I had to spend more time cleaning, 

But I didn't want a smelly, gross room either.

Then, when I looked away during bath time, 

not only did he give his sister her second bath, 

but he poured at least two cups of water onto the bathroom floor. 

Which is carpet by the way. 

ALL MY BUTTONS.

This isn't my only struggle with Braden. 

Most of the time he simply does not listen to me. 

He listens to his dad so well and that can be very frustrating for me! 

I love that he listens to his dad and am thankful for that.

Yet, I'm the one who is around him pretty much 24/7, 

so listening to me is rather important. 

We're also wondering if he just doesn't get some things. 

Whenever we ask him a question he just repeats it back to us. 

It usually goes something like this:

"Braden do you want a drink?" 

Stares at us. 

"Braden do you want a drink? Yes or no?"

"Yes or no." is his response. 

I feel like often he just repeats what we say to him.

I know he's definitely in the repeating stage, which can some times be comical.

However, other times it worries me. 

Maybe it is normal for his age. I'm unsure, but I hope we figure it out soon. 

As hard as this age can be I'm trying to remind myself how quickly it passes. 

I cannot believe its almost been 3 years since I saw his precious face for the first time! 

Time really does by fast and I know that all these moments are just stages. 

I'm reminding myself, in the midst of hard times, with both my kids, 

to just breathe and not freak out too much! 

I'm also reminding myself to "just parent". 

You see, that's the hardest part of being a mom for me. The actual parenting. 

It is hard to discipline. It is hard to tell them no. 

It is hard to direct them. It is hard to make them do what they are suppose to. 

There have been times (many many times) when I've sucked at that. 

I'm not the most consistent parent and I fully believe that's caused a lot of issues. 

So, as I go through this month of 31 days of motherhood

and am aiming enjoying my children more,

I am trying to constantly remind myself to breathe, not freak out too much, and parent. 

I know these things will definitely help me enjoy my kids more and they will enjoy me more as well! 

It isn't always easy, but its always my job! 

Just now stopping by to read my 31 days posts? Or need to catch up? 

Go here to see all my posts and thanks for reading! 

31 days {grasshopper chasing}

When we first moved into our home Braden hated the backyard. 

I guess he didn't hate it, but much preferred the front yard 

because there weren't any boundaries. 

I remember being out there at one point and he ran to the back of the fence, 

pointed to the crack in the fence and said, "Outside!" 

because he wanted to be outside the fence. I was frustrated because hello, 

we were outside and I had desperately wanted to have a backyard for him! 

He wasn't appreciating it, but finally he asks to go outside in the backyard. 

I couldn't be happier! 

Getting outside for us has always been something that is refreshing for us. 

It is a must for us, to get out in the sun shine and feel the breeze across our faces.

It was pretty cold yesterday morning, with a chilly breeze,

but Braden was asking to go out. 

So, I bundled them in their jackets and hats. Out we went! 

Of course, Maeva refused to keep her hat on, but I tried! 

Recently Braden has become interested in bugs. 

He's a boy, so is this something I should really be surprised by?!?

He loves to get close to them just to gaze at them, asking, "Where you come from?"

He even got his little sister into liking bugs! 

I noticed them by the fence and then noticed they were gazing at the bugs. 

As I watched Maeva I saw her reach her little hand up to the grasshopper and touch it. 

She kept on doing this and was so happy when they would jump. 

I couldn't help but chuckle because as much as Braden likes the bugs, 

he won't touch them, not one bit!

Maeva however had no fear and we walked the whole perimeter of the fence,

looking at bugs and making them jump! 

^^^ "Ooooh," she said after she made one jump off the fence.^^^

I'm so glad that they found joy in nature, in chasing grasshoppers. 

Its one of my favorite things to see them exploring, learning,

enjoying the little things. 

They may just be grasshoppers, but they brought a lot of smiles to our faces yesterday! 

Have you chased grasshoppers lately?

Or enjoyed the little things?

We need to do it a lot more because its makes our days a lot brighter! 

31 days {enjoying her growth}

I wrote this post a while ago, but am just getting around to posting it. 

One of my favorite ways to enjoy my kids is just watching them grow and change. 

Its exciting to see them get bigger, change, and learn. 

I'm hoping to keep up with these monthly posts of Maeva and get better at them with Braden! 

Maeva will be 14 months old next week, but I guess its better late than never! 

I hope you enjoy the letter from her! 

Hello, 

I'm barely over thirteen months old and I just needed to share what's new in my life! 

Mom and dad say I'm learning and growing so much. 

I think its a bit of a surprise to them, all I am up to. 

Brother seems to get surprised as well and I can tell he thinks its fun to see me do new things!

Recently I learned to climb the stairs. 

I'm not entirely sure how I knew that I could do this, but one day it just happened. 

It was no big deal really and I actually think its pretty cool.

Now when mom goes up the steps, instead of screaming and crying, I just follow her. 

I can also get to brother if I want to. 

He thinks its pretty awesome that I can climb the steps! 

The first time he saw me do it he said, "Look at you! Look at you!" 

Brother can be such an encourager. He can be crazy too though, let me tell you! 

I'm also talking a lot more. 

This seems to be about the oddest things to my parents. 

I guess they don't remember my brother talking as much at my age, 

but I probably should thank him because I do learn a lot from that guy! 

What words am I saying these days? 

Well I can say: car, done, juice, again, and yes. 

I'm sure there are more than that, but come on my memory isn't that awesome yet 

(or really, you can just blame mom and her preggo brain)!

I really enjoy being able to communicate. 

I also really enjoy food. This should really be no surprise. 

I love spaghetti, cereal, milk, and cookies. 

Food just makes me happy, but some times I like to throw it on the floor. 

For some reason my parents think this means I'm done, which is not always the case. 

They'll take me out of my high chair and then I'll eat the food off the floor right away. 

Maybe they should sweep it up before they put me down, don't you think? 

Other things I enjoy: Being held, read to, baths, playing with blocks.

Oh, I'm also better at being in my crib. 

I don't shriek and scream when I first wake up in the morning. 

Its nice to just talk to myself and have time alone in the morning. 

Mom and dad seem to appreciate that too... 

Not brother though... I am not sure what's up with him, but he makes so much noise in his room! 

He bangs on the door, plays loudly with toys, screams. 

He drives me so crazy some times and isn't always very nice. 

He likes to knock me down and I just don't understand why. 

I'm not mean to him. 

Mom says I'll get him back some day. I hope that day comes sooner rather than later!

I do love him though and enjoy playing with him. 

Some times I even enjoy his hugs! 

Oh, did you know I'm having a baby sister?

That's right, I'm no longer going to be the baby, but the big sister!

I'm not sure how I feel about this... at times it seems like a good thing, other times it makes me sad.

Mom seems excited that I'll have a sister. 

I feel sorry for brother though, especially if there are two of me! ;)

Well, that's it for now! I'll update you on my life as it gets more interesting.

Love, 

Mae (that's what brother likes to call me)

31 days {unplugging it + my addiction}

I truly believe unplugging from the internet helps me enjoy my kids more. 

Or, at least I know it would help, but I'm just not very good at it. 

I've been thinking about it a lot these last few days and how it is a real addiction of mine. 

There's facebook, twitter, instagram, pinterest. Also, this space. 

All things I get easily pulled into and I believe truly take away from my children. 

That is part of why I am just now blogging today 

and why I've felt icky about the internet these last few days. 

Do you ever just feel tired of it? Feel like it drags you down? 

Do you ever feel like it takes away from the more important things?

I know that there are some that are better at managing it, some that don't get addicted. 

I wish I was that person, but I'm being honest here and admitting that I'm not. 

And the thing is I'm not even sure why I get so addicted. 

Often its just looking at what is on social media and not always engaging. 

Of course that too can be a problem, but really its just needing to see whats going on.

I'm going to be thinking more about this. 

Maybe there are parts of the internet I need to not be apart of. 

Maybe I need to rethink how I use my blog. 

For me and my family. 

I want to place my attention where it is most needed. 

I don't want put time into the internet than my relationship with God or my life. 

It is that big of a deal. I'll be praying a lot about this and sharing more I'm sure. 

Do you ever struggle with this? Are there social media outlets you stay away from? 

Share your thoughts. I'd love to hear, really! 

31 days {there will be bad days}

You cannot enjoy every single day as a mother or every single moment.

I've actually heard people say that motherhood isn't hard, that they always love it. 

I'm sorry I just don't believe it! It is the hardest job I've ever had! 

Like any other job you will have good days and bad days, 

good moments and bad moments. 

Its okay if you have a bad day.

Its okay if you feel like certain days are the worst days ever! 

Know that those bad moments don't make you a bad mom. 

The toddler pouring all the sprinkles all over the table. 

Or all of your pumpkin pie spice on the floor. 

The toddler screaming all day long for no reason other than she feels like it.

Or throwing herself on the floor. 

Those moments, they don't make you a bad mom.

Losing your cool and yelling at your child.

Or spanking them out of anger. 

Putting them in their room early for quiet time.

Sneaking to your room for just five minutes. 

Those things don't make you a bad mom either. 

I struggle with this so much. 

Feeling like a bad mom because they made a mess. 

Or because I feel like all I did was yell all day long. 

Feeling like I'm a bad mom because I put them in rooms early for quiet time.

Or because I just got so mad and completely lost it. 

The list goes on and on really. 

I could probably talk all day long about how I'm a horrible mom,

but I won't because it's not true. 

The truth is bad days don't mean I'm a bad mom. 

I love my kids with all my heart and aim to do what's best everyday. 

I cannot be perfect. They cannot be perfect.

But there's always love and that's what makes me a great mom! 

Remember that a little bit of coffee and a lot of Jesus help too!

31 days {coffee & Jesus}

I've needed Jesus a lot in my life, but in motherhood, it is different. 

It's not that I need Him more than before, but at the same time it is. 

In the morning when I wake, one of the first things that pops into my mind is, 

"Help me Jesus!" because I know a day full of motherhood is going to take a lot of me! 

I know I cannot do it without Him! 

I may try to do it by myself, but the truth it is its much more messy that way.

I need His guidance in how to be with my children, how to love them. 

Toddlers can be frustrating little people... with their crying, fussing, fighting, ect. 

Often that is hard to handle on my own! 

I need Jesus to help me be patient, loving, and kind! 

I fail at this often, but He's always there to help me to do better and give me grace. 

I am so thankful for that. Its scary to think where I'd be in motherhood without Him. 

I know I still have lots of work to do in going to Him. 

I need to be more consistent, open my Bible more, and say His name out-loud,

so my children can hear His name and see me turning to Him. 

I'm trying to get better at that and I'm thankful that He gives me grace with that too. 

Thank You for being patient with me Lord. For being loving and kind. 

Also, thank for You for coffee. You know how much I need that! 

31 days {this is what I love}

It was Saturday morning, we'd just gotten our coffee

and decided to go on a short walk before heading back home.

The air was cool and fresh, the kids were more than ready to get out of their carseats

because well, they never want to be in them in the first place! 

We made sure the kids were warm enough and started walking. 

Braden always runs ahead of us. 

He stops to look at the trees or dramatically smell the flowers. 

It always makes us chuckle because it's really like he trying to smell it and remember it forever. 

Sometimes he sees a bug and he'll get right down to it and ask, "where you come from?" 

He's such a curious little boy. I enjoy seeing that so much. 

Maeva is just getting better at walking, but she's going so fast. 

She just doesn't know how to control her feet and keeps on falling over. 

Her "dada" finally scoops her up and she's happy because that means no more falling,

plus she can put her head into his chest and avoid the wind. 

She's getting sleepy so being held is more up her alley. 

We walk some more. We stop and look at the owl in a cage and then a hawk. 

Braden is so curious and thinks it is so cool to see the birds. 

He just loves to be outside so much, free to walk around and explore. 

I love it too and realize that we need this as a family. 

It is something we enjoy together, being out in the fresh air.

At the moments it seems like there isn't a care in the world...we're just enjoying each other and nature.

I looked at my husband and told him. "this is what I love."

And it is what I love most... just being with them. 

Being in the nature with my family, it fills me up and I feel so grateful. 

Is there something that fills you up as a mama? As a family? 

I'd love to know, so please share! 

Linking up with the nester for 31 days.