Today is Jade's birthday. The angry bird cupcakes are for Jaxson's birthday party at school tomorrow but I thought they turned out so cute so I put a picture. I am thankful today to be a mother. I LOVE doing things to make my little boys happy. And they make me so happy everyday. Jaxson said to me this morning, "mom, did you have a good sleep last night?" He is my thoughtful little guy. Carter is so lovey right now and says, mommy, mommy, mommy, and runs to my arms. I love the feeling of his little arms around my neck. And Connor is so much fun to talk to right now. He is finally starting to get old enough to have adult conversations with. My little boys are so sweet and told me yesterday that they want a new brother or sister more than a new house or car. They love each other so much and it makes me so happy to be apart of their lives. I remember a time in my life when I thought I would never have the opportunity to be a mother. I was devestated because I wanted a child of my own so badly. With every single one of my boys, the minute they were born and placed in my arms, I felt God clearly tell me how much he loved me. I know that I talk about my kids alot on this blog and brag but I truly love them all more than anything else in my life.

We had a great dinner out without kids tonight to an excellent Italian restaurant. It was nice to sit and talk without little voices interrupting. It has been a rough year for us, but we are still holding on and I am grateful for a kind, forgiving husband. I haven't always appreciated him and I have taken him for granted but I truly love and appreciate how he cares for me. He surprises me everyday with how strong he is and what a great man he truly is. I am a very lucky girl who came close to losing the only friend that truly loves me and gave me such wonderful little boys. I will never take that for granted again.