The Son Always Shines ....

It's June and it's still raining. Not the "April showers bring May flowers," kind of rain. Downpour, cold, almost winter kind of rain. Where we would rather stay in and snuggle in our old red blanket kind of rain. But compared to a lot of our country right now ( our prayers are with them) ... it's all good.

We are safe, content, in our warm home, not in need .... it may be gray, but the Son always shines! Truly. Even in the moments when I start to doubt, the Lord allows things to happen in our lives where all I can say (quite humbly) is, "Thank You." Moments with my husband, the kiddos, the kiddo's schools, even work.

(Samson's first gig ... a community concert)

Life has been full ... busy .... almost crazy. The end of the school year. Pie graduated from kindergarten. Samson finishing up his 5th grade year, with lots of activities, projects and events. And even my better half, so to speak, will finish his masters degree by week's end. Simply a lot going on. I cannot wait to get back to us, just normal us!

We are all tired ...

My kiddos are growing, physically, mentally and spiritually. Moving on from kindergarten and elementary school .... big changes for both ... big changes for me.

I am excited for them, as they are both excited. New schools, feeling more grown up. I love being part of their lives, no matter the season. But there are moments of longing for my babies, taking naps, snuggling, just us.

Both children are honest, caring, loving unique individuals, with very special hearts. But as a mom, my job is to not only love and nurture, but to guide and teach, with complete love and patience. Wow ... I read, I study, I know. But doing is a lot more difficult than knowing ...

So, this post has been spread over several days. Last night my new studio participated in our community's First Friday Art Night. What an awesome way to spend a beautiful spring evening (even if it did threaten to rain!). Businesses are open, people roam the town, looking at art, drinking coffee, listening to music, eating food. Deep down I love the artsy, big city feel ... I love my work, my new space, and just feel so blessed to be able to do what I do ...

The town was alive, my family was there, as well as some good friends. Good times ....

(Sanson's 5th grade track meet ...)

During the early morning hours, Samson was hit with a stomach bug .... we were up most the night with him throwing up! Everywhere ... Never fun ... Plus it was followed up with the puppy, then our cat throwing up as well!

It's been a long time, we laid on the couch, I rubbed his back and we prayed. 'Til we dosed off again ...

The day was followed by a double header baseball game for Samson, a game for Pie and a wedding for me! Some days are just filled. Baseball has been fun. Not a winning season for Samson. While I feel bad and want to see them win (at least one game!), I do believe more can be learned from losing ...

Now we relax, the kiddos are dosing on the couch.

I reflect ... with some perspective of our lives, this day and all that is ... I wouldn't change a thing ...

Off to enjoy a quiet night ... Peace ...