We are officially on week 2 of the school year!! No one has died or been maimed so far. As much as I don't enjoy the early morning rushing around, it's been so nice to get to know my baby Liam in this brand new way. After I get Evan and Addley off to school, and Paul off to work; I have this wonderful day of possibilities with Liam. At first I was overcome with a sadness at the quiet in my house. Now I'm learning to savor it. I have been able to read again during the day while he naps. It's really a wonderful thing. That being said..I sure do miss Addley!! It's amazing how much life he brings to a room just by stepping in it. He's having a little bit of trouble settling in to being quiet for his teacher (imagine that!). Paul and I actually have our first parent teacher conference tomorrow. I am really hoping this isn't going to be a "he needs to be on drugs" conversation so early in the year. I'm hoping that they will be willing to let him try to get accustomed to what is expected of him. I will always be on "Addley's side" and trying to balance that with figuring out the best thing for him is not always easy.
I am still in awe that Evan is in high school. He has settled in better than I could have ever dared to dream. He is so smart. I am beginning to see the flicker of ambition in him. He has a plan to go to Med school. I am hoping that he can continue on the path that will take him there. Every single day I am thankful that he is mine. He is funny and kind and loving (and stubborn, smart-mouthed and opinionated). He is truly one of the best parts of me. I'm so far beyond proud of him.
As I'm writing this, Liam has put himself into Arwen's dog cage. He's very happy there. He makes me laugh. It's amazing how a child at the age of 1 can have a sense of humor like he does. He knows when he's being cute and when he does something funny. He expects applause and praise. (I can't imagine where he gets THAT!)
I am so beyond blessed. I know people say that everyday. But I mean it. I am thankful for my husband that works so hard for us. I am thankful for each of my boys, as a group and as individuals. I am thankful for our home and our dog and our extremely happy existence.
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