Mother's Day



I just wanted everyone to know how happy I am to be a mom! There was a time growing up, that I wasn't sure this was the path for me. It may seem hard to imagine, but there was a time when I envisioned myself as that go getter career woman, who's feelings of accomplishment and recognition came from breaking that so called "glass ceiling", or perhaps becoming the "boss". I envisioned being married and traveling the world together going places children would just make it more difficult to enjoy. But time has a way a changing a person and thankfully, it has done just that.

After spending a little time in the real world, I realized that there was more to life than chasing after that dream job, having my picture taken with some exotic animal in the jungles of Africa, or perhaps climbing Mt. Everest. My dreams and aspirations go more along the lines of having a clean and organized home where my children feel at peace, loved, and learn to become good, wholesome people. I aspire to be that wife that has dinner on the table waiting happily for her husband as he walks in the door from work, and competing with my children for that coveted first kiss from daddy. Instead of staying up late working on the next report needed for work, I want to stay up late planning out the next soccer practice, slumber party, or family camp out. I want my children to look back on their childhood and laugh at all the good times they had with mom, and maybe cry at some of the memories they have of shedding those tears of disappointment into my shoulder. That is the life I want now. I want to inspire young women and women alike to take that leap of faith and become mother's themselves, because nothing brings one more joy and satisfaction.

I am so thankful for my two treasures that bring me more joy and happiness than I ever imagined possible. I am thankful for those moments when my stomach hurts from laughing so hard at them, while they make each other laugh! I look back and realize that in a way I have become that go-getter career woman, I just chose a different career. As everyone knows I have become the "boss" and every day we are breaking the glass ceiling in our home as we each make our own achievements, no matter how small. I am thankful for the blessings that my children are in my life. It truly would not be the same without them!

Motherhood is definitely my calling in life...and I love it!

Happy Mother's Day to you all!

Love Always,

Josie

Home for Ralphy

Well, as most of you know, my Grandpa Ralph passes away and so the kids and I headed for Idaho for the funeral. I didn't take nearly enough photos (hopefully, Jake will send me his. hint hint)! But here are a couple.


We will miss our grandpa Ralph, along with his laugh, smile, soft touch, big hugs, and incredible backbone!

Love you forever Ralphy!!

P.S. This is a short post, because I just burned the rice:(

Choosing the Happier Place

So, this is just a pep talk for myself, but sometimes it helps to write it down, and who knows, maybe it will help someone else.
My friend over at Second Wind, shared this amazing quote that is helping her get through a bump in the road. I thought it was great and helped me get through my rough day as well.

God grant me the serenity
to accept the things I cannot change;
courage to change the things I can;
and wisdom to know the difference.

Living one day at a time;
Enjoying one moment at a time;
Accepting hardships as the pathway to peace;
Taking, as He did, this sinful world
as it is, not as I would have it;
Trusting that He will make all things right
if I surrender to His Will;
That I may be reasonably happy in this life
and supremely happy with Him
Forever in the next.
Amen.

Life is full of surprises, but that is what makes it so great. Right now I am focusing on the blessings in my life. My amazing husband who overcomes so much everyday, yet chooses to be here for us! I am so thankful that we made it home just in the nick of time, before the terrible flooding in Nashville!!! (I guess there was a reason I needed to rush home after all!) I am so thankful for my kids that make me smile each and everyday. I am thankful for my Savior, who knows me and loves me and there for me whenever I need him....no matter what!!

Love you all!

Josie