Have you ever had one of those days, where you just feel so lucky about the things you have?
This sounds like such a weird way to bring on this emotion, but the boys and I were at a doctor's appointment for two hours. Literally two hours. It was to get a consultation to see if they need tubes in their ears, which they do, and all the paperwork that goes along with that, and then getting the surgery scheduled, and registered at the hospital and all the paperwork that goes along with that. It was just me and Cam and O, Trev had to work. And it was literally two hours of filling out paperwork while trying to keep them occupied and entertained while trying to focus on the doctor while trying to keep them from pushing all the buttons, etc, etc. But meanwhile, I was so enjoying having them. And everybody kept talking to me about them (which is not unusual) and saying they are so cute, and really well behaved for being 2. The last half hour we were stuck in this little desk while I was answering questions and filling out more paperwork. They just sat on the chairs (well, sat and stood and jumped), but stayed on the chairs in this little cubicle thing the whole time. I don't know why, but I got an overwhelming feeling of appreciation. For my mom who raised me the way she did, and helped me to become the best me I could. For my husband who listens when I tell him we need to discipline differently or will sit down and brainstorm with me what would be the best schedule for us and our kids. And for my AMAZING kids. That know how to teach me more about life than anybody on the planet. And, moreover, know how to teach me more about myself and what is important in life. They were definitely still two years old boys, but amazingly well behaved. At one point, I said, "Cameron." He looked at me and said, "I love you!" ( I guess I have him well trained!)
Needless to say, they got two suckers and two dollar store toys after (which they didn't even ask for) And to top it off, out of every toy they could have chosen, they got a notebook (Dora) and coloring books with stickers (tractors).
Did you ever feel so lucky?
4 comments:
I am aways sooo impressed with you and your kids. What a wonderful family!
I love getting those feelings. It is such an emotional rollercoaster having kids...luckily most of the emotions are joyous :)
That is a bummer about their ear tubes. How did you know they needed them? I don't think Elise has ever had an ear infection (which I know is very unusual) so I am wondering if I am just missing the signs...
Seantae, you are so lucky! I think they sound like AMAZING boys and brothers--very impressive. And I think it's good to be grateful and feel that in our hearts. We have so much more than many others. We're blessed beyond measure! (And I love your painting below--I had no idea how talented you were in that area. And happy belated to your boys! Glad they had such a great day!)
You're boys are so amazing. Congratulations. There's nothing better than that feeling. Of course I've never had that exact feeling but just the gratitude that I have for being pregnant is so overwhelming and amazing at times. Hope things are well!
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