Sunday, May 26, 2013

Memorial day


Lately I am constantly overwhelmed with guilt.  Guilt that I am totally neglecting my kids.  Guilt that they have forgotten how to entertain themselves when electronics are not involved and guilt that I have forgotten how to be a good mom.  Remember those days of the "ABC's of summer", cause I don't.  I know it will all be worth it ten fold, but it's hard to ignore those glazed over zombie eyes after 8 hrs of straight tv.  I really am holding on to those moments where we actually forget that we're right in the thick of our entire world getting turned upside down, and just focus on some quality family time.  Today was one of those days. Okay, I lied, we spent all day cleaning and packing, but this evening was one of those evenings.  Hanging out by the pool eating pizza and ending the night with a family movie.  I'm clinging on by tooth and nail to these simple moments, because those are the moments that get me through the hard days.







4 comments:

Jodee said...

Oh it will all be worth it shortly and you will have all the time in the world to explore new and super cool places.
Looks like a picture perfect evening. I love all the shots with Ryder and his loving siblings :)

Tyson and Dawn Jolley said...

I love the picture of Kylie and Ryder! Soo cute. Wish you were in more shots though too!

Chelsea said...

ok seeing your backyard and pool made me so sad tonight! I will miss summer days with you my friend.

Janessa said...

I can't imagine the craziness and stress you're going through. It kills me that I'm not close enough for me to help out! You are doing a great job. All the sacrifice and time you're putting into making this incredible move possible will be so worth it! Hang in there and enjoy the fun family evenings by the pool!