Green beans, sweet potato fries, chicken…and a lefty!!! Now his grandfather will brag on him even more.   So many people try to change their children.  They want them to conform to the norm.  Why not just embrace their uniqueness instead… Who knows, maybe what makes them unique could have its  advantages.  Kbug is still developing into his own unique self, but if her ends up a lefty, should I force him to use his right hand?  OR, should I look for the advantages in the situation – perhaps when the time comes, he can receive a scholarship just for being left-handed?

Happy First Birthday, Roo!  It is hard to believe that she will soon be 5 years old.  Oh, and what a special spirit she has.  She is a lover of all things living and breathing, and she teaches so much about love each and every day.  She is genuine.  Is she perfect, no… Does she ever do something unloving, yes… But she is still quite special, and still has one of the biggest hearts that I know.  She is also a daring little thing.  The first to dive head first into any new adventure without thinking first about the risks. My heart smiles because of this little blessing!

Looks like the girls will both have to wait a month to start gymnastics…90% of the time, my girls are sweet and loving sisters, but sweet little innocent children also sin…and as a result, Isabella’s wrist needs to heal…and Riley’s heart needs mending. The unplanned Bible lesson for the week: Ephesians 4:26-31
26 “In your anger do not sin”[a]: Do not let the sun go down while you are still angry, 27and do not give the devil a foothold. 28 Anyone who has been stealing must steal no longer, but must work, doing something useful with their own hands, that they may have something to share with those in need. 29 Do not let any unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is helpful for building others up according to their needs, that it may benefit those who listen. 30 And do not grieve the Holy Spirit of God, with whom you were sealed for the day of redemption. 31 Get rid of all bitterness, rage and anger, brawling and slander, along with every form of malice.”

“Communicate your children’s worth and potential so clearly that they come to see it in themselves.” – Stephen R. Covey

“Sometimes,” said Pooh, “the smallest things take up the most room in your heart.” Dream BIG little boy! Happy 7 months!

Their love for one another is so special….but they are not perfect. I finally figured out that though Roo may be stubborn like her daddy and a lover like her mommy …and Iz may be sensitive and analytical like her mommy and a hard worker like her daddy…they both acquired one more thing from me, “they don’t argue, they both simply explain why they are right”… and since we are out of our routine this summer, this special trait…well, let’s just say, my girls can get pretty spicy!