Makes me smile

Some days I second guess my mothering skills. I wonder why I decided to do it because I don't have nearly the patience or energy that I should. I see some women teaching or doing amazing things with their kids and I feel inadequate. I feel like I am just putting someone in timeout, running errands, picking up toys, or telling someone not to do something. When Micah and Hailey run to Eric the moment he walks in the door I wonder why I'm even around. But then I come across pictures like this...

and I smile and I feel overjoyed at how lucky I am to have the privilege to be the mother of these 2 little ones (and soon to be 3). I can't help but smile when I hear them giggling while playing together. Hailey wants to be with Micah all the time and its usually a mutual feeling. A hug or a kiss or a "I love you mom" is all I need to make my day better. I need to remember that all the "stuff" doesn't matter and has long as my kids are happy and healthy that is all that truly matters. I love my children more than I ever thought possible!