enjoying the very last bits of vacation time around here. the reality of it sounds more like this: two little boys yelling, laughing and tearing through the house leaving a trail of toys and whatnot behind them until one ends up in tears for whatever reasons. then repeat...only with more volume and greater momentum. voices become raised (even though i sooo wish they didn't), tempers grow shorter....and then ryder out of the clear blue looks up at me and says, "Ommmmmmm".
what's a mama to do? in that moment, i melt. all frustrations fade away and i am reminded of the wisdom our children can hold (even if they are only trying to crack me up for a moment...that's a big lesson). he does this, ryder. he says "Om" at the perfect moments, completely in context to a chaotic or frustrating situation - albeit at home or out in public. he doesn't make a production of it, doesn't call attention to himself, it's merely a subtle reminder, and it gets me every time.
let's step into this new year with some inspiration, shall we?
this story and sculpture is wonderful - take a moment and read, please!
i am so taken with her beautifully crafted words
this one has made the rounds, but i seem to watch it every time - such a powerful reminder
she is such a bright light, loved listening to her speak
this one is pure inspiration
