Just Elizabeth and Me

It is a beautiful Thursday morning (Dec 14th). The 4 oldest are at school so it is just Elizabeth (3 years old) and me at home. She is playing in the bath at this time. She wanted to have a bath which is unusual for her. She usually fights it. It is so fun to listen to her play. She is so adorable. She is always talking and asking questions. She loves to play Barbies and  LOVES princesses. She is our little Princess and is still our busy Lizzy and I just love her so much. It is hard having kids grow up so fast so I try to hold onto whatever baby is in her. I try to cherish all moments with my kids. 

Caeleb is turning into a fine young man. At 13 ( grade 8), he is entering the fun teenage age and I really think it is fun. He loves board games and basketball. He is such a good sport even when he doesn't get to play much or get the ball often. He is an optimist like his Dad and I am do grateful that he is. 

Elva (11 and in grade 5) is my little helper. She is the second mom in the home. Caeleb may cook the meals when I am at work (Mac and cheese and soup and cheese sandwiches) but she helps with the kids including putting the Littles to bed and comforting them. She takes piano and singing and does well at singing. She sang in the ward choir and the choral festival with me on Tuesday. I love her around. She is my friend.

Mary (8 grade 2) is the middle. And although she may get lost in it and have her moments of pessimism and anxiety, she is maturing so much! She struggles a bit with school but she is working hard and will get there. She is a friend to everyone and is ever so creative. I love to see her at her desk in her bedroom working on a craft. She is Nanas little helper and us always over there creating and helping. Oh, and she has her own sense of style. Overalls and a pony tale for every day of the week. Good thing Nana found her some new overalls as the old ones were worn right through. 

Selman (5 kindergarten) has a smile to light up a room. He loves technology such as video and computer games and is quick to figure things out. I think he will be like his Dad. He loves to have fun! And he loves school which is a bonus for me as Elva and Mary were not fans of going to school in Kindergarten. 

I love these kids so much and am grateful for them in my life. I watched one of my favorite movies last night. It is called "In the pursuit of Happiness". It helps put life into perspective. 

The sunrise was beautiful today and I feel so blessed to be alive.