One Secret to Success for a Working Mom, Expand Your Village (Jack and Jill of America)

Jack and Jill of America member and her daughter Recently, I have become keenly aware that good kids are created by accident. They become good because someone made a concerted effort to pour positive things into them--things like, honor, discipline and respect for others. These qualities are taught through lessons and by observation. For that reason, I have been actively considering how to give my children more examples of people who embody those qualities.  Indeed, raising my children to become good people is my most important job.

A Peek Into the Life of a Blogger Mom: Enjoying The Last Days of Summer

This summer has been great, even with our childcare and car troubles. I've been really impressed by how Andre and I have handled each challenge and managed to keep smiling through them. 
 
Although he wouldn't articulate it in this way, if he were pressed about it, Andre would admit that we are extraordinarily blessed. The troubles we've had are the type that can be solved with money and planning.  I'd choose those types of problems any day.  (Although if God happens to read this blog, please know that I could use without any problems of any sort for a while.  I'm just saying...)
 
Today, we donned our bathing suits and spent some time at the pool with friends. Although the day started out overcast, eventually the clouds parted, the sky became blue again, and the sun shined brightly.  Since we live in Pittsburgh and don't know how many sunny days are in store we capitalized on the opportunity and went to the pool. 
 
There are few things as enjoyable as a day at the pool on a sunny day and this day did not come up short.
 
It was a glorious day! The toddler loves the water.  She floated in her little floatation device, put her feet in the water, and enjoyed having a carefree day at the pool. Even though every day is carefree for her, she still really enjoys a special occasion or a vacation. Our girl likes to party!  We think it's cute at 23 months.  I hope we remember that when she's 16...
 
Although today is National Cherry Popsicle Day, the toddler topped off her celebration of a sunny summer day with a lemon Popsicle! And she couldn't have enjoyed it more!
 
Here's a video after our day at the pool.  Enjoy!!!
 
 
 
 
 
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Erika said…
I have to meet this man and your beautiful baby.