Friday, December 11, 2015

Four Years Home

Yesterday marked four years home with our baby boy. With all of the craziness going on this week, I totally missed the big day. This week it has been hard for me to tell what day of the week it actually is.  I am struggling to keep my head above water. Along with the normal Christmas hustle and bustle, within the past few days we have finished up Macie's soccer season, Bryant had Tae Kwon do belt testing and awards, Sara Kathryn has a power tumbling event out of town, Jeff had his annual work Christmas party and Amelia had rehearsals all week for her debut in the Nutcracker ballet this weekend. Just a tad busy around this house. Once I did remember I missed his four year anniversary home I felt very sad and guilty. Then I reminded myself it is also a sign of how normal life is for Bryant and how far we have all come since that day four years ago. We have all grown together and stronger as a family of six. From the day we met this little spirited child he has never been anything but ours.  I feel so blessed God has chosen me to be Bryant's mother. I could never imagine him anywhere but in my arms.

        My favorite thing to do with my sweet babies

             Amelia in the Nutcracker

             Bryant wrote this for Amelia today (by himself) to give to her after her performance
              Playing Legos with Macie
        Bryant receiving his green belt certificate
            Lots of silly magic elves have invaded our house. Caroline, Isabella, Anastasia and Boris have returned from the North Pole
              Spending time with cousin Margaret (his twin)
            Loving cousin time at Christmas
                  My loves
           Macie's favorite birthday gift. A Nutcracker to add to her collection
 Happy 9th birthday Macie. We love you so much
          Bryant's letter to Santa
             Winnie our dogs letter to Santa
              Sara Kathryn's letter to Santa
           Macie's  letter to Santa
          Amelia's letter to Santa
           Bryant is thankful for...

         Bryant's grocery list for Thanksgiving dinner - pretty much his staple foods. Hilarious

          Sara Kathryn's Beta Club induction -  All honors classes and still maintaining straight A's. So proud of her
            My sweet Amelia
 Poppy and Cacky with Macie at her last soccer game

 Loving his new school. 4K really does rock