So the kids thought it would funny to get a hold of the camera today and take pictures of each other. I think they did everything I said NOT to do and didn't do a thing I said to please do! Whew, what a day. Payton and Shae were on a roll today being stinkers and driving me absolutely crazy. This is the very nature of kids though right?! At the end of it all, I secretly enjoyed another day with my children---but please please please don't tell them okay?! They will think I love to be tortured!!

You know, today is one of those days that I wanted to have all the control, I wanted the kids to help me with my agenda (the same old boring chores and such). I had a lot of housework to do! When I finally gave up that control with a big fight and some yelling, I saw some truly magical moments. Payton taught Shae how to draw a rainbow, which he affectionately calls his picture of "rainbow snakes; sssss!" And Mr. Reid (we call him Mr. for some reason) finally flipped from his belly to his back several times today! All the while, I cleaned the kitchen, did the laundry, organized my closet and bathroom (who has time or energy to do this on a regular basis?) and I packed up the kids' summer clothes and organized their fall clothes. My work is complete! Oh did I mention I also made zucchini bread?! Ashley and Jeff have an amazing garden so my thanks to them for the delicious zucchini!!

We are SOOO excited to see Travis tomorrow. It has been so lonely here without him. I have spent a lot of time reflecting on our fast track life and how time away from our favorite guy brings an even deeper appreciation. He is the tick in our tock, the raspberry to our jelly, the yin to our yang, and last but not least the dark chocolate chip to our cookie! I take a lot for granted day in and day out, so I have to say that I sincerely appreciate everything Travis does for each of us. We have an equal partnership with everything we do including the child rearing. I really can't do it all by myself, although on most days I act like I can and even say it out loud on occasion. This weekend has been a humbling experience and I truly admit that I can't do it on my own! I miss my main squeeze and look forward to a wonderful fall week with my family!

okay before you all freak out, yes this is Reid breastfeeding but I think it's alright to share since you can't see me. I had to snap some shots of how he eats---he wraps his hands on me and snuggles in but as you can see; he was really interested in the camera. I think you get the picture! To me, it's an endearing and special moment in time:)