September marks the beginning of the school year, the ending of summer and the start of autumn. Although it’s such a busy time of the year, it’s one of my favorite months because both of my children were born in September.
My hubs and I just threw a birthday bash for our kids. We had an absolutely fabulous day. But I have since realized that birthdays are also a time for reflection. Another year comes and goes, so it’s a chance to think back on the accomplishments, pitfalls and milestones of the year…with a look toward the future.
My Baby Girl: I look at you in amazement. Everything you do lately shows me that you are getting to be such a big girl. From the smiles you throw back at me every morning in your crib, to the hand clapping you do in pure excitement when you are overjoyed makes me happier than you will ever know. There are moments when I just stare at you in pure admiration because you are mine. It feels as though I just brought you home from the hospital and now you are a year old already…about to take those first steps, babble more than a few words and grow faster than I am probably ready for.
My Little Man: You are such a handsome young boy. You show me something new everyday and there is never a dull moment in my life when I’m with you. Your laughter is contagious, your smile infectious, and your heart wondrous. I hope your innocence lasts forever. You have changed my life from the moment I touched your little hand, which is why it’s so hard for me to believe that you are now four years old.
My Hubby: From the first moment we met, I knew we would be together. Instantly, your smile grabbed my heart and I am incredibly lucky to have found you. Ten years later, I am so grateful for this beautiful life that we have created together.
Sometimes it’s hard to find the words when you recognize the simplicity of something,
Sometimes it’s hard to find the words when you recognize the simplicity of something,
so grand…
Here’s to you September, for reminding me that life is beautiful.
What an awesome "gratitude attitude" post! For the past several months, I've kept a spiral notebook beside my bed. Every night before I go to sleep, I write down five things from the day for which I'm grateful. It really does help keep the "life is beautiful" sentiment at the forefront. Have a great day!
You have a beautiful family.
I think it's great that we take a moment to look at what we all have to be thankful for.
fantastic post!!
You have an absolutely beautiful family. I'm glad to hear your birthday bash was a great time! This is a great post – reflection is so important. Time moves too fast to not think about the things that make our heart smile!
Life is grand, isn't it?! Your kiddo's are precious! Enjoy every moment.
Your family is beautiful! I love childrens birthday parties, I love to sit and watch them play, I usually sit off to the side and listen to them talk..and laugh, their laughter touches my soul and makes it sing. Not many people take the time to listen to their giggles, it truly does make your heart and soul sing..
and of course my husband will ask.. how does it make your heart sing?
I say take a listen.. you'll see.. LOL
What a sweet post. My little girl just turned 1 as well. September is my favourite month.
This is such a beautiful post! I love it so much, but these little people will grow up to be people one day, and that is the sad part. So cherish every minute that you can with them!
CHERISH, isn't that a beautiful word?
Some words just sound so beautiful!
Yeah, I've been reflecting a lot lately. October is our big month. Our 7 year anniversary is October 5, and our son turns 1 October 8.
It's all very amazing and different this year….I look at Ethan in absolute amazement and love every day!
That is such a nice post and sweet tribute to your beautiful family. And what a cute picture of you and your husband…y'all are an adorable couple!
I love this post!
You have such a beautiful family!!
Amazingly heartfelt and such a wonderful tribute to your family – the love couldn't be more evident. =)
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Beautiful photos, beautiful family! Enjoy every moment.
Your family is gorgeous! Thanks for sharing!!
heather…i think we drank from the same coffee pot this morning…come check out post it note tuesdays….
beautiful family…blessed you
What a lovely post today! I truly enjoyed reading this… You have a beautiful family!
What a lovely family. Isn't it fun to reflect. . . even though time seems to fly by so fast!
~ Wendi
What a beautiful family. I love reading posts like this it melts my heart.
Jammie
Wonderful post ! I'm really proud to be your follower
Have a marvelous September !
God bless your beautiful family
I love post's like this! I know it gives me a moment to stop and reflect on all that I have to be thankful for.
Thank you for sharing, and I hope this September is your best yet!
awwwwwwwww *sniff
thanks for sharing the most important people in your life with us…..
how blessed you are!
What a touching post. I love it. Very heartfelt! I <3 U
What a beautiful post! And the babies are so gorgeous!
This was absolutely beautiful! The pictures of the kids are adorable!
Aw, what a great birthday post. It's nice to be thankful for what we have and those we love. The pictures are great to see. My oldest daughter's birthday is in October… so soon. I'm trying to scramble and get all the details ready!
what a beautiful, happy family you have. That's one of the things I love about having kids, how everything is a marker of time, and you get to reflect on the happiness as time passes, and makes more happiness.
btw, I'm so glad the Dr. Brown situation got the attention it needed!
That is an amazing post. I love the pictures. The last one looks like on out of the movies. Have a great day.
Beautiful post…time is so fleeting!
My September baby just turned 4. We were watching Fantasmic at Disneyland and I asked myself, could this really be happening? I know how you feel =)
What a beautiful family! Love the pictures and the gratitude under each one! I may have to try this too – thanks for the suggestion!
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Absolutely beautiful post.
You have such a beautiful family. I loved the gratitude post.
oh theta mom – you make me feel all sappy for a second! here's to our beautiful baby girls turning 1!
Awwww, way sweet post! It's important to always remember what God has given us.
"Hem your blessings with thankfulness so they don't unravel."
Great post! It's so nice to take time out every now and then to count our blessings and keep things in perspective. I hope you had a wonderful birthday bash, sounds like lots of fun!
I love this post! For the first year, I wrote a letter to them ever three months. After the year, I write a letter every six months. I love to go back and read those!
Pass the tissue sister…you could have warned us! Beautiful post!!
Awww, sweet post. Happy Birthday to your babies!
Very sweet I posted some retrospection on my kids birthdays too.. and the older I get the "worse" it gets
Beautiful family!
Your son looks like you and your daughter looks like her daddy.
Beautiful family!
Great post!! You have beautiful babies!!
There's this Gary Allen song called Life is Beautiful…it's playing in my head now!
How cute are your kids!!! Birthdays always cause me to reflect. It's nice to remember all the things we are grateful for. Especially our kids.
What adorable kids. Happy Birthday. They do grow up so quickly don't they. I'm following along now. Thanks for the comment on my blog.
Your children are gorgeous. And you better start buying big locks for your doors now, 'cause your sons eyes are going to have those girls fighting over him!
Congrats on your BEAUTIFUL family!
Your family is beautiful!
What a wonderful family you have there – cherish and enjoy them every day!
Your kids are beautiful! This post made me smile
Your children are adorable! Cute photos of your family! Thanks for sharing!