Sleeping It Off

Jack has been getting better and better the last couple of days. Today at about 5:30 he decided he was tired. As he was rooting around in the closet he fell asleep in the hallway. I guess it all just caught up with him. Poor kiddo.

Just A Little Bit

We decided to have just a little, humble Christmas this year. We could have done more, but we really didn't want to. I had been working on making a Christmas present for Jack since October so I decided to make something for all of the other kids too. Then we got each of the kids two more gifts. One of Santa's helpers called and asked me what they could bring me. I asked them to make sure not to go overboard as we wanted a small Christmas. Timm got me a very thoughtful gift and I think I did pretty well for him too. I was only worried about one thing, Christmas at my mom's. My mom starts shopping early and loves to spoil the kids. I was pleasantly surprised by her this year. She still spoiled them, but she got nice thoughtful things for the kids and didn't give them too much. It was really nice and all of the kids have mentioned how much fun this year was. Alison even told me that it was her favorite Christmas ever. All in all I think we kept the true meaning of Christmas with us more than ever.

Honk

Jack started to fall asleep last night. He popped his eyes open and said, "My honk is better! From my honk shoo." Then he smiled and closed his eyes. He could breathe last night! YAY!

What A Day

Jack had his tonsils and adenoids removed today. He also had tubes put in his ears. He is such a fun child that I am having a hard time trying to imagine what he's going to be like now that he will feel good. He astonished all the people at the surgical center with how good he is and mere hours after his surgery he was somersaulting through the living room. I know that the real pain is yet to come, but can I just say wow?

Music

Sometimes I wonder if my children know how blessed they are to grow up in a house with such beautiful music. I know that even I forget sometimes. Then, my wonderful husband pulls out his guitar and wows me yet again. I am so grateful for his talent and thankful that he shares it with others.

Working Together

We all worked together to get a bunch of stuff done in the house today. It went by quickly and for the most part it was a pleasant experience.

Favorite Mommy

I told Jack that he was my favorite boy named Jack. He said that I was his favorite mommy named Mommy.