Children are a blessing

My heart is so full right now. I just feel really blessed to have 3 wonderful, beautiful, healthy children. Sometimes I have to make myself stop whatever I am doing to admire them, cuddle with them, and love them. Those moments make me feel like a mommy, not a teacher, not a referee, and not a taxi driver.
I especially enjoy watching them interact with one another. I love to see Logan and Taylor kissing Kendall and stroking her cheeks. I wish I could freeze time in those sweet moments. I also love to see Logan and Taylor cracking each other up. They truly have a special bond during those times.
Logan is really sweet and independent. He loves to cuddle but also enjoys spending time on his own.
Taylor is loving and funny. He loves to sit on my lap and make people laugh.
Kendall is happy and mellow. She smiles and laughs a bunch, and nothing seems to get to her.
I couldn't imagine living a different life. This is the life I chose for myself and I wouldn't have it any other way. I love my children with all my heart and I hope the next 18 years will go by very slowly because I want to enjoy every minute.

The Zoo with Bon-Papa and Bonne-Maman

When we first moved out here, we were told that visiting the zoo was one of the best family activity in Columbus. Since we figured we would spend a lot of time out there, we decided to get a membership, and it has totally been worth it. We went quite a few times before this whole heat wave started. This zoo is so huge that we haven't even seen all the animals in it. Maybe it'll take us 1 or 2 more trips.

 That day, I think the polar bears were the coolest!

And that day, the snakes were the coolest!