A good day

I think it is my occasional good days that get me through the bad ones. Today, even though Jade didn't nap at all, and the boys didn't even pick up and attempt to play with one toy, I managed to feel happy and make the best of it. This isn't always the case, as many of these types of days end up in me feeling like a grumpy, mean, boring, Mom. I have all three kids home all day, every day right now, no breaks, no preschool, no nothing.  I'm not going to lie, it has been hard some days. So tonight the boys and I read for hours before bed and it really is those sweet moments with them cuddled beside me that my heart is so full of love and gratitude for each of them and what they teach me.  Another sweet moment tonight was just rocking Jade before bed and having her look up at me and play with my hair and hum to herself. She seemed so old, like she knew so much already, so peaceful and pure. She has such beautiful hands, so graceful and soft. I love when she grabs my face. I am so blessed to have these little ones to love and to learn from. I am so grateful for those simple, still, calm moments that give perspective on who we are and why we are here.  I need a lot more of them.