If you are wondering how I remember so many details from a year ago, it is because I keep notes throughout the year on my phone. I try to write down funny things the kids say or do and milestones they meet, but I rarely record the negative. I came across this picture in between painting in the backyard and playing with playdoh (all 3 events occured over the course of a 2 hour period). I don't know the exact situation because I didn't write anything down, but I would guess that Luc was having a hard time napping, he was overtired and needed some help getting to sleep. Meanwhile, Hudson wanted my attention, wanted to help me with Luc and generally was just curious about the situation. This was a very normal occurance for me, but it was still always a challenge. Trying to stay calm, trying to meet both kids needs, trying to cut everyone, myself included a little slack, just trying to survive. It is crazy to remember how in such a short period of time I could experience such a range of emotions and have such high highs and low lows. Now looking back at this picture, I see and feel something totally different than I did in the moment. I see so much love! Even when I was moments from totally falling apart, my love has always been bursting for my boys. I really think those challenging moments brought the three of us so close and the love we all have for each other is so strong because of moments like this one.
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