Can you believe it has been four years??

Today is Aeson's birthday and he has turned four years old.  Part of me can't believe it has been four years, but another part of me feels like his childhood has gone slower than Bryden's.  (So far anyway). 

Four years ago I didn't realize how my world would change so much.  He is my second child, so I knew his birth would be life changing, but you never realize in what ways your precious child is going to change your life.  I remember the day he was born as if it were yesterday.  Once I looked into his eyes I knew that he was going to be something special.  Aeson and I have bonded in a way that I could never have imagined.  You have children and you try to think of all the life lessons that you will instill in them and you never think of the lessons that they will be able to teach you.  Aeson has taught me patience and how to love unconditionally.  He is literally one of the sweetest kids I know and almost always thinks of others before himself.  Today, when I asked him where we should go for his birthday dinner he gave it some thought and said "maybe we should let Bryden decide".  I responded by saying "oh sweet boy..this is YOUR day" and he had a look on his face as if he couldn't even comprehend that it was ok for him think of just himself for once.  He is a giver and a lover.  If you are ever having a bad day all you need is his sweet smile and one of his hugs and everything feels right again.  Aeson is not afraid to tell you how much he loves you and he shows it as well.  He loves kisses and "snuggle time".  Aeson is also quite the charmer, which is a blessing and a curse all at the same time.  He knows how to work it and can usually get what he wants. He climbs in bed with us every single night and while I know that I should put an end to it, I just can't...all because when I ask him why he does this he looks at me with that sweet sweet smile and says simply "Because I just love you so much".  My heart melts every time....

Aeson - you are sweet, loving, considerate, helpful, funny, quirky and just completely adorable.  These are amazing qualities to have and I love every minute of watching you grow.  There hasn't been a single day in the past four years that I haven't appreciated having you as my son.  You have brought me so much happiness and love.  Don't ever forget that "you are the sweetest boy in the world" and that mama loves you more than anything.  Do not let anyone tell you that it is not ok to be "mommy's boy".  I love you more than you know.  Happy Birthday Roo!

Domestic Diva? Well, I wish....

I have been spending a lot more time at home lately and it just reminds me of how much I want to be a stay at home mom FULL TIME!  I have been really getting into cooking, which should shock anyone that knows me well.  I have never been a cook and I tend to burn things, BUT I am determined to be great at it.  I love these nights where I cooked a meal and we are able to sit at the table as a family.  So if anyone has any great recipes or any interesting food blogs...send 'em my way!!  The trouble with this is that I am also finding a lot of super yummy baked goods that I am wanting to make, but my sweet hubby is wanting to be healthy.  This is not good timing on his part.

I also have the strong desire to be crafty.  Again, this is soooo not me.  I am starting to wonder who has taken over my body!  I keep finding myself glued to pinterest (can you say addicting?) or browsing etsy and thinking "I could do that!".  I have even found myself enjoying craft stores.  Of course I have no clue where to start or what to buy, but hey it is a start.  I even had my friend give me a little sewing lesson.  I made a tote bag and I could actually carry something in it! 

I am so envious of those who get to stay at home and are able to use their crafty talents.  I am even more envious of those who are able to make a profit out of it.  I would love to discover some sort of hidden talent of mine that I could utilize.  Until then I should probably work a little more.  Sometimes I sit here and look on facebook and see "friends" who have amazing careers and I begin to feel inadequate.  But then I take a look around and realize that being a wife and mom to my beautiful boys completes me in a way that nothing else could and it would be amazing to find a way to spend more time with them.