Happy Mother's Day!

These are the moments that made Mother's Day so special. I started the day with my big boy. He said, "Happy Mother's Day, Mom. Did you find my card?" I did. I knew it was from Stephen as soon as I saw it. It was a yellow piece of construction paper with a cut out heart that said, I love you folded and hidden under my pillow. He beamed! Then because Scottie, Shaun and Dad were still sleeping, we went downstairs. "Mom, I am big now so I can make you breakfast. What would you like?" he said next. "I need coffee and maybe a bagel with cream cheese." "I can do that." he said. "Can you show me how to do the coffee?"And so I did. Then we sat together and ate bagels. It was fantastic. I am so glad for my Oldest son. God blessed me with a boy who has a servant's heart. I only want to nurture it. Then Shaun woke up. He gave me baby kiss after baby kiss as he seemed to know it was a special day. Again, another blessing.

Scottie got up then and Stephen ran to him and told him to come and give me a big kiss and hug... with Happy Mother's Day coming out of his mouth. 

Another blessing!

We went to church for Sunday School where I attend the "Imperfect Mom's"class. It was a blessing. We learned about rejecting safety and embracing the battle. Not running from and mothering from the defense but to be on offense. Going into battle knowing that God already defeated all that will try to attack us, our family, our children. Knowing that God already knows all the days of our children and wants what is best for us and them.

Another blessing.

Then after church we went down to my Dad's house on the Shenandoah River. We ate some yummy food prepared by Dad and Peter, then just hung out at the river throwing rocks, finding river glass, looking at flowers, and swinging on the rope swing. Shaun even enjoyed the river. He loved the trees and trying to reach the leaves that teased him. It was just what I wanted. Time with family. Quality time. Time that has eluded us as of late. Peter has been traveling a lot lately and these quiet moments, moments watching my boys play with their Daddy, throwing rocks, being swung, then walking back to the house with MY Daddy, these are the moments my heart yearns for. 

Another Blessing.

Thank you, Jesus, for showing me all these blessings, giving me a family, the privilege to be called "Mommy."

I hope you are able to find the blessings you were given.

Thank you to all the other Mommies out there. You are courageous women and have been given a great job~ the best one, Motherhood. I challenge you to seek the face of God in each task you do and count them all as blessings!

Mommy Powers

It's terrible being sick, especially when you have to miss school, don't get to give your teachers the books you made, and feel horrible. Poor Stephen woke up in the middle of the night burning up (102* temp) and has continued the fever and vomiting this morning. His only request? Can you use your Mommy Powers and cuddle me? What a sweet boy. These are the days I am thankful that I am a stay at home mom and can give my boy just what he wants... ME! I pray this bug passes quickly and doesn't spread to any one else!

Baby Baby here he comes!!!

We officially got our C-Section time today~ 7:30 am Friday morning!! I will have him in Winchester at Winchester Medical Center and Dr. Leonard will be the delivering doctor. I am so excited and nervous once again as we start a new chapter in our family's life. I can't wait to meet our newest son, know Scottie will be a great big brother, and Stephen is looking forward to being the biggest brother! Can't wait to introduce you to our newest family member!!

A new Drama!!

This past week I had another doctor's appointment and was going to have another ultrasound to make sure baby was growing healthily. Grammy Pat and Granddad was able to join me for this one as I thought it would be super special to share the moments with them as they witnessed their 9th great- grandchild (or so) growing. During the ultrasound the technician asked if I already new the sex of the baby after taking lots of measurements showing that "he" was growing appropriately. I said that we thought we were having a boy, but could you confirm that? She looked and looked, had me go to the bathroom, move to various positions, all that she could to see if she would be able to confirm the "boy" but after 40 minutes, she was not able to confirm! Oh man! We have "his" room all set up already! We only have boy clothes! We are not prepared for a girl, and now what is she telling me??? She can't confirm a boy? SO does that mean we are having a girl? Not exactly. Baby Steyaert is head up, bottom in pelvis, with spine toward the outside.. not exactly the easiest to see between the legs, especially at 31 weeks. She could see the bladder, kidneys, and other parts but there just were not "boy parts" where something should be. She said that if it was her guess that she would not say we were having a boy... but she was not saying we were having a girl either... So now we have a mystery... which is super fun but... I just gotta know! With any luck, maybe in 2 weeks we will be able to find out... She said after my next appointment to see if she was busy and if not, she will try to take another peek... Until then, my mind is blown and I am back to about 60-40 that we are having another little boy. I do know that I am blessed with great friends, that said in the chance that we have a little girl, they will have a party to help me redecorate the room for a little princess... What about names?? I don't even have one thought of. What about clothes? I got rid of most of my girl things when we were told this was a boy. What about raising a girl?I don't know how to have tea parties and frilly dresses and Barbies. But alas, I don't have to go there yet. This saga will either be put to rest next appointment, April 27th, or we will just be having a surprise on June 10th!

Whoever you are I will love you with all of my heart!

TO BE CONTINUED...

Training my boys right...

Scottie loves helping me clean the bathrooms... especially when Stephen is preoccupied with something else. He then gets to spray and wipe the mirrors. He is so eager to help. I just have to remember that these tender moments are training him to help his wife in the future, teaching him responsibility, and helping me to take the time to slow down and enjoy the sweetness my children want to bless me with. Sometimes its easier to "just do it myself" but in those moments I want to try and remember these life lessons. Thanks, Scottie!

Changes..

There has been many changes this past year in the Steyaert house... from a new baby, to pottytraining, to organized sports starting, but none as big as Stephen starting school. Yesterday I signed up Stephen for Kindergarden... is that even possible? I seem to remember just like it was yesterday the day he was born... and the hours it took to bring him into this world.Now I am getting ready for my boy to go off to Kindergarden, for a full day, and haven't been without him for longer than a couple of hours~ other than my trip to Korea~ since he was born. He was so excited though... we went to the school and he said, "Scottie, this is going to be my school next week." (as everything is next week to him if it is in the future...) Then we met the office staff and one of the kindergarden teachers and he just beamed. It was as though he was totally ready for this adventure. Me on the other hand, not so much... I can't imagine my life without my big boy around... having Scottie by myself for hours a day and him wondering where his big brother is, a new baby in the mix, and homework... Did you know they give homework in kindergarden??? I thought I would still have a few years to work homework out.. He has his testing on May 10th to see where he will be placed for reading and math academies... I know he will do great on the test but man, welcome to school! Here is your first test. Oh well... Big adventures here we come!!

Announcing Baby Boy Steyaert

So we found out a few days ago that we would once again be blessed with another baby... BOY!! The ultrasound confirmed my suspicions and showed us very clearly that we will be a family of boys! Stephen was a little disappointed to find that he was not having a sister, but he is now excited to have another brother to play baseball with. Stephen was very sweet during the ultrasound. He wanted to make sure that I was ok and it wasn't hurting me or the baby. He kept saying, "Don't worry, Mom. Its almost over and it won't hurt you." He was so concerned. Scottie didn't want much to do with it. He really didn't understand. Daddy is super happy to have a quiver full of boys, although I think I saw a spark of disappointment before the comments of, "at least we won't have to pay for weddings" and such crept in. I am totally looking forward to being a MOB member... Moms of Boys! Look out world, the Steyaert boys are coming through!!