Apple Paintings and Macaroni Necklaces

Change is a part of everyday life.  I'm still getting used to both of my boys being in preschool.  This is the second morning for both of them to be gone.  The house was strangely quiet and it definitely felt empty.  I can only imagine how it will feel when they are both in kindergarten and gone all day long, instead of just a couple of hours. 

When I picked up Fielding today, he was excited to show off his macaroni necklace for the letter, "M".  He had to wear it all day, and before supper time, all the macaroni pieces were broken off. He wore a yellow piece of yarn around his neck.  As we were waiting for the time to pick up Jacob, I took him to the local general store, he picked out chocolate milk.  Then we went to the community center play ground, were he wanted to swing and ride the merry-go-round.  When I picked up Jacob, Fielding had to come in to see where his brother went to school.  The boys hugged each other, and held on, which is not a normal occurrence.  Its usually name calling and fighting.  Jacob showed off his first painting, a red apple, for the letter "A".  Jacob had the biggest smile on his face and he was so proud of what he had accomplished at school.  He also had to share what he had for snacks too. 

Today was one of  many firsts and proud moments for me as a mom. The boys were happy and felt accomplished.  They were glad to see each other after being a part (which lasted until I buckled them in their car seats).  There isn't a price that can buy the smiles, hugs, giggles and yes; even the fighting. There are days I just feel like we barley survived and lived to tell about it, but today we grew when we were a part, had fun, and perhaps, even learned how to cherish each other. Remember to count the little blessings in your life and embrace the gifts!