That darn full moon

I've always been told that the full moon means your kids are going to be growly, and I've come to find that it's true! Either that, or boys have as many mood swings as girls do! The past couple of days have shown many different moods from Kale - and I've always tried to be as patient as possible, but he has definitely tested me. It's amazing how we can have a really wonderful day of cuddling and playing, and then the next he is terribly crabby and throwing "on the floor, rolling around" fits. This morning started as one of those mornings where I wish I could have just put him back in bed to sleep it off, but then he found the girls' kitty and literally amazed me as he sat in the chair for almost an hour just playing and talking to her. It was SO sweet. So, to the kitty, I say THANK YOU for making him happy!!! Since then, he's been such a happy and playful little boy - the boy that he normally is, and the one that you just want to squeeze and hug all the time. But the best thing, is that now - he's sleeping!!! I definitely don't take my quiet moments for granted.

The girls continue to grow and learn so quickly. I find it very rewarding to sit with them after school and work on sight words, sounding out words, and phonics. The joy on their faces as they figure out the words is so wonderful. Where did my babies go?? They are also busy with swimming lessons this week and next and that has been really fun for them. Busy for me, but fun for them and that's all that matters. I honestly have selfishly enjoyed the time spent talking to all the other mothers while they're in lessons.