I am Mum Mum

Who should I thank? Vella for letting me sleep in? Audrey for being so sweet? My mom for keeping me company and cooking me a tasty supper? All of the above I think. Today I got to feel like I was mom of the year and it was pretty incredible.

I so love it when I am in synch with the girls. Those magical days when our timming is on and the right things are said, and I can get to Audrey when she cries and Vella listens without tantrum. I was in Costco (buying Nate his fancy pillow, your welcome!) and Audrey opened her eyes while I was in line and I gave her a big smile and said Hello and she smiled back all sweet and excited. When I give Audrey this type of attention and focus I like to seek out Vella so that she never feels left out, so I got down on my knees and said "Are you having a nice time?" and she said yes and gave me a hug and I grabbed her and spun her around in my arms. And she was delighted. This was my day, all day, and it was wonderful.

I had special moments with my second born:

Vella had sunny naps in the car:


To my mom's dismay we watched Brother Bear:


But Lola's loss was Vella's gain (and this smile made it worthwhile for both parties)


I am so thankful for this wonderful day and that it has given me the confidence I need to face another extremely busy week. I am so ready to start this next week and quickly get it over with so that I can finaly be enjoying my time with you. We've been telling Vella about camp and how you're going to be there and she is so excited about it.

We miss you Nate and we can't wait to see you!

Love love,

Lauri