Right now

Right now I am thankful that my husband is sitting next to me on the couch.  I enjoy the evenings he has home, even if it's because he is watching a certain hockey game...  It's the little things :)

Right now I am thankful that Emily does not need glasses.  I had been freaking myself out for quite some time thinking that her eyes were doing the same things Elyse's were at this age...  My fears were unconfirmed when her doctor told me she's just fine for now.  He still wants to see her next year sometime, but I'm off the hook for now.  Notice how I said, "I'm off the hook.."?  I literally mean that.  It hasn't taken long for me to realize that kids adapt so well.  I don't feel badly all the time that Elyse has to wear glasses, just like I don't pity myself for needing to wear contact lenses.  It's just part of life.  BUT, I think putting a pair of specs on my little Miss Em would put me out of commission for at least 6 months :)  I am thankful that I don't have to worry about that battle as of now.  We'll see what next year brings, but I will be thankful for today!

Right now I am waiting to upload a funny video from dinner time.  Elyse glances at her small Gerber-brand fork, and starts pointing to the writing on the back.  "Elyse Noelle Heijermans..."  She then told me that her Gramm and Pops made it that way.  Little does she know it says "C-H-I-N-A."

Right now I am thankful for air conditioning.  We're having a week of weather in the high 80's/low 90's, and I am thankful for this modern convenience.  My kids have been running around in little to no clothing, and I know the heat is just beginning for the summer!

Right now I should be pondering how to teach Elyse a different favorite song. "Away In A Manger" is like a little bit of Christmas torture every time I hear it.  If it weren't so stinkin' funny, I'd be even more annoyed... the hilarity helps.  When we sing bedtime songs, I'll start a song, and inevitably, she'll start singing loudly and very slowly... "Away in a manger..."  I love how she gives me this sideways glance, like "What are you going to do?  Stop me from singing about Baby Jesus?"

Right now I am thankful that two of my sisters-in-law are carrying healthy little babies.  I am also rather excited that the newest baby (suspected to be a girl) will share a December birthday with Elyse!

Right now I am enjoying my evening, as I know tomorrow will be busier.  I have procrastinated in getting the girls room cleaned/organized, and tomorrow is the day!  Bins of clothing need to be switched/sorted, etc... Elyse is always a little confused when I'm in their room digging around, but she loves the opportunity to try on any clothing I'm messing with.  Wish me luck in getting anything done!

Right now I am overwhelmed with God's blessings.  I definitely do not deserve even one of them.  From health to air conditioning, He is gracious and kind.