2 days!

The past three weeks without my kids have been so lonely but thankfully they have flown by and in only two days my munchkins will be back in my arms!  I’m so excited and so are they.

I skyped them last Saturday and Hudson was ready to come home, but I reminded him that he would be here soon and to enjoy his time and not worry, and that mom has definitely not forgotten about my handsome little man. 

Olivia was happy and bubbly and made my heart glow.  She has been an amazing trooper through the separation of their dad and I.  It is never our children’s job to protect us, but she is so intelligent, so realistic and so mature for a six year old.  When I feel bad, sad or guilty that they are growing up in a divided household, she is my reminder to stay strong and remember that the I have made the right decision for them and for myself.

  

I am so ready to see them, hug them and have some summer adventure time!

“Strength and honour are her clothing; and she shall rejoice in time to come.”  

“Her children arise and call her blessed”

Proverbs 31:26 28

Time To Reflect

As my kids have been away for almost two weeks now, I have many days where I miss them SO much.  I (often) sleep with their pillows or a stuffy of theirs just to have their scent around.

But in trying to stay positive and happy I keep myself busy working (two jobs) as well as expanding my custom refurbished furniture… keep updated, I’m hoping to put together some post soon of my projects on the go.

  

What’s also a positive is taking this time for me… rekindling old friendships as well as creating new ones.  I spent a nice evening around a campfire with some of both last night, enjoying some laughs... playing around with Instavideo... oh, and the s'mores, we can't forget those!

  

But most importantly having this time to myself has given me the opportunity to get to know myself again.  As difficult as it may be to spend this much time apart from my kidlets, it gives me a chance to reflect on the past and what is ahead in the future

“I believe that the present suffering is nothing compared to the coming glory that is going to be reveled to us”

Romans 8:18

Birthday's

Well here it is, my first post!  Very exciting, my first journey with you all and what better way than with a party!

As you will learn though this single mama gig… just like most things… there are ups and downs.  This past weekend was some of both.

My dear Hudson had a “real party for his fake birthday” as the celebration ended up being called.  Hudson turns four this summer but unfortunately, for me, he will be at his dad's during his birthday… which breaks my heart… so we had a big HOOPLA before they left and here are some pics from the fab celebration!

  

Like every good party there were presents

And more presents

There was a piñata (Look at him eye that thing up)

Trampoline and sandbox fun 

Secret Wishes & Birthday Cake

Family love & Special friends

All in all the weekend was great with so many happy memories added to the books and we couldn't ask for a better group of friends to share our joys with.

Happy Summer!