My little reminder

We spent Earth day at the Zoo.

 Spencer's brother, mom and Grandma came with us.

We had a blast.

We have decided to enjoy nature more.

I get so caught up in the everyday,

I forget to look out my window.

As I marveled at the animals,

I felt a sense of peace and calm. 

This world is so big, and beautiful.

I have always had a feeling in my heart

softly telling me,

 gently reminding me that

the beauty of the earth

is Gods way of saying

 he loves me

and wants me to be happy.

Plus

Few things in life are as romantic as

pushing a double stroller with my Novio

Easter Weekend

Easter this year felt different than it has in past years. 

The phrase "Holy Week" kept running through my head, as I prepared for Easter.

Reading through the life of Jesus Christ (using the topical guide as a reference) has made all the difference.

Saturday night we ate under candle light,

symbolizing the three days of darkness in the Americas after Christ died.

Sunday morning we ate Nuns puffs (they are hallow)

And talked about how the tomb was empty

 because Christ had risen.

He has RISEN! 

Little

Since moving Finnley to the toddler bed, nap time is hit or miss.

Today we played all day with our friends at the park. 

I had high hopes for a good hour to myself.

This is how it went;

Paciently wait for Finnley to climb in bed

tenderly tuck her under the blankets

kiss the forehead,

softly whisper the reminder to close her eyes, then

leave the room.

Listen at the door and when I hear her hop out of bed

REPEAT

Two hours past nap time and she is snoring

 in my arms on the couch. 

When was the last time I held Finnley while she slept?

I felt a overwhelming sense of love for her. 

Such a little body,

 determined and fun spirit.