Merry Christmas!

I don't know when I'll have time again to write this post...

I just want to wish you all a Merry Christmas! My thoughts continually turn to the Savior. This year more than others. I am truly blessed through his life. He lives. Knowing that brings peace and comfort to my heart and soul. It's incredible how much He loves me. And loves you. And everyone. I know He is there supporting us through all our times of trouble and rejoices with us during times of joy. Bring Him into your homes and hearts. May He be a greater part of our lives this Christmas season and always.

Love,
Melissa

One thing I've learned...

...is that being a mother of two makes everything more difficult. It is hard to get anything done. I'm going a little crazy over here. My house looks like a bomb went off. In every room!

How do you do it? No really! I want to know. I read a few blogs an man it seems like you ladies have your stuff together. I can't keep anything picked up let alone clean what's underneath it. Carter is watching way more tv than he ever used to (and I hate that). I can't seem to get anything done around the house or have time for me or do any kind of fun activity as a family. I am swamped. I am seriously considering staying up to pick up my house, just to give myself a leg up. But then I figure I will just be a more grouchy sleep deprived mom cuz my house will be messed up again as soon as the day starts. Ugh. Seriously. Any tips would be helpful!

Signed,

One Frazzled Mama

A good day

Today was a good day. I want to document that. I want to remember this day.

Having two kids has been really hard on me. Katelyn cries. A lot. Which means I am holding her. All. The. Time. Yesterday was especially hard...and it didn't end well. I'm pretty sure me Carter and Katelyn were all crying/screaming at one point. Enter my prayers: For a better day tomorrow. For patience. To find a way to still be a good mom for Carter...

And then today happened. Katelyn didn't cry until 6:30 pm. She was good all day. Carter and I were able to play. And laugh. Katelyn smiled at me. I took both kids grocery shopping by myself. Together as a family we decorated a gingerbread house. And ate candy. Then we danced to Christmas music by the light of the tree. It was magical. And beautiful. And it made me so grateful for my life and my family. And thankful my Father in Heaven answers prayers.

It wasn't a perfect day, but there was love and happiness in our home. And that was enough. And I want to cherish this memory...and this time in our lives.