The Day to Day

Today was gorgeous!!! I got a little burnt on my face from the beautiful walk around Lake Junaluska. The boys throughly enjoyed getting out of the house and getting some vitamin D. I am hoping that this weather is a sign that great things are coming our way this spring 2010.

They boys have both been sick, Luke with an ear infection and Eli with a sinus infection. Luke's ear is still hurting him pretty bad and tomorrow will be day three on antibiotics. Hopefully the boys will turn a corner for the better tomorrow. I have spent my days medicating and snuggling little sick boys! Eli is a mommy's boy and I think that kid will use any excuse to lay in my arms sucking his thumb. I love it though because time flies by so fast!

I was reflecting today on a thought that I had. I am able to create the life I want. I am also able to live the life that I want. The outcome of life is what I make it. So I have decided to make joy the center of my life in all things and in that I will be able to have joy reciprocated back to my life. My husband gives me great joy and my two little men always bring me extreme joy and in that I hope to bring joy into their lives. Just a thought.

I see the God in everyone I come in contact with lately and am able to appreciate all the different elements we all bring to this world we live. Thank goodness we all make up a beautiful kaleidescope of colors that form a beautiful stain glass picture of beauty. Thank you God for the sunshine and warm weather that helps to open my eyes to the beauty and joy all around.

Teaching a Toddler!

My day has been really productive so far. I have made a Lasagna and put it in the refrigerator for dinner. Washed dishes, fed the boys lunch, and so on and so forth! I love to prepare meals earlier in the day because around dinner time the boys are usually under my feet and it is hard to prepare food. I have some hungry men around this place young and old!

I have been diligently teaching my son Luke all that I can before he starts school. I want him to be ahead of the game and be well informed. Today we worked on the letters A and B and what sounds they make and what they look like. Tomorrow we will try to write them. He has this great v-tech toy that he places the letter in and it sings a song and explains to him what the letter is and what sound it makes. He sings the alphabet song all of the time and I think it is so cute. He has his basic colors, number, counting, and shapes down already. Now on to the more complicated things. Luke is a huge sponge right now.

Eli is still fighting a cold. His congestion at times seems to get better but then there are still those really fussy moments. He has been crying more today and I am beginning to wonder if he has an ear infection because he still has a constant low grade fever.

Life as a mother has it's ups and downs but all together it is so rewarding. When the little ones hop up in your arms and give you a kiss or just want to snuggle it is those moments that brighten up your heart. Just the other day Luke told me how pretty I was and that made my day. What a great husband he will be one day.

I am enjoying going to the gym in the evenings when Jeremy gets home. It is allowing me a little time out and I can get the frustrations of the day out on the treadmill!!! Also, hopefully I will loose some of this baby weight. My weight is one area of my life that I struggle with and feel no control over, but now that I am going to the gym the process seems less intimidating!

To all of you mother's whether you work or stay at home may blessings of joy be the strength that guide's you through the day. You have so much to offer your little ones that God has placed within you. You inspire your children everyday with just LOVE!!!! Be the life you know you want to live!

Starting a new journey!

Hello all readers.

My name is Lauren and I am embarking on my first blogging experience! I am excited and a bit shy about my writing experience. I have a busy and full life and most of the time I have much to say! I am a stay at home mom with two wonderful little boys! Luke is my oldest at 3 1/2 years old and a blessing to my life. He is an outgoing busy little man who loves being a social person. He loves crowds and playdates. Elijah (Eli) is my youngest at 13 months old. He is pretty serious but has a smile that will melt your heart. He enjoys playing with his older brother and has not yet taken that first step to walking on his own yet but I can see that happening soon. Both boys are a blessing to me.

I am married to a wonderful man named Jeremy. He works for UPS full time and is a great supporter of his family. Jeremy is funny, outgoing, and really good looking. He is the man of my dreams and is a huge support to me and the kids. He always encourages me to go live my dreams and is constantly the driving force for our family. My life would not be the same without these 3 wonderful men in my life.

I am a lover of the Lord. I follow Him with everything that is within me. I also enjoy organizing and keep things neat and clean. (Weird, I know) I love to shop of course and love to workout I have just discovered. I used to enjoy scrapbooking but I have found lately that there is not much time for that anymore. I enjoy spending time with my extended family and just being a mom. Cooking is not something I enjoy but I find myself enjoying being creative with it.

I hope in this blogging adventure that I can share stories from my life about motherhood, marriage, and my love for the Lord. I hope to also share new adventures that we will take as a family and give my readers an inside look at things to come for the Buchanan family. Life is an adventure and I look forward to all that is to come. My motto in life is "Life is not about waiting for the storm to pass but learning to dance in the rain!"