Anna was sharpening her crayons with a pencil sharpener, because let's be honest, dull crayons just don't cut it. Alas, she knicked the side of her finger. Panic rose upon seeing her own blood, so I sent Olivia upstairs to get a band-aid. Anna called out frantically, "Hurry, Olivia! It's leaking! It's leeeeaking!"
We are supposed to be camping right now. Two kids are camping, sort of. They are camped out on the couch with fevers. I am trying to stay positive (I am positive I am disappointed!) and count my blessings on this day before Thanksgiving. Thankful: - that my husband braved the grocery store so I could stay home and nurse sick little people. - for Advil, since fevers over 103 scare me. - for beautiful fall colors outside the window. - that we are not trying to care for sick kiddos in a camper far from the comforts of home. - that I got some pretty photos of the kids this weekend - for family and friends - for a roof over our heads, food for our bodies, and clothing for us all - for a God who loves me, even at my worst I pray for quick healing for my kids and all those who are sick on this day. I pray that all of you may have a wonderful Thanksgiving Day tomorrow.
I am travelling, back to Maui and Joey's memorial place outside my window. Feeling that I don't want to feel it all again, but it's a flood that can't be held back very easily. I loved catching up with you this morning. I love your simple little stories of motherhood. It's a privilege, isn't it. You are such a beautiful mother, Jenny. Blessings on you all today.
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