My Boy Ethan

I get very contemplative each Sunday night as I attempt to plan out the week. I always think "Here's a new week to have great memories", and then all of a sudden its Friday and the week has flown by. Sometimes, the days are filled with the same, tedious routines of cleaning up, picking up, breaking up fights, keeping the kids out of mischief and trouble, and its easy to lose sight of this great gift of motherhood that I really don't want to forget. 

This sweet picture of Ethan is a sight I don't want to forget. A little while back, I was outside taking pictures of the LDS sister missionaries holding their scriptures. Ethan saw us, ran home to grab his scriptures, flew on his bike down to us, and wanted his own picture. I love his enthusiasm. I love this picture of him.

Very soon, Ethan will be celebrating his birthday. The years fly by. I know that not every day is easy with this passionate guy, but I'm trying to learn better from him, and remember that it's a gift to be his Mom. I read this quote on Pinterest that really nailed it.

"Motherhood is about raising and celebrating the child you have, not the child you thought you'd have. It's about understanding he's exactly the person he's supposed to be. And, if you're lucky, he might be the teacher who turns you into the person you're supposed to be." The Water Giver

Seriously, such a great quote that needs printed out for me to see. This is how I feel about my sweet boy Ethan. He is my son and teacher. He loves to be loud and silly. He is so bright and is a strong leader. I can see it, but I need to remember this thought when the adversary tries to make me forget about the blessings of motherhood. 

This week, I will try again. We'll make some playdough and cookies. We'll read books snuggled a little closer. Play a few more puzzles and games. Listen and look in his eyes better, and remember that I get to be his mom, and it's great.