Moments

I can't believe it has been almost two months since I last posted. WOW! In the past two months quite a bit has happened...

we packed, moved, unpacked (except for a few boxes)...

Stephen and I went to Florida for a quick trip...

we had our annual Egg Hunt with helicopter drop at the church...

soccer practices and games have begun...

church softball practices started...

and much more.

There is always a lot going on in our lives it seems. However, even in this busyness we are enjoying moments of slowing down and enjoying each other. There is a community park and elementary school just up the street from our new home and so we walk there and spend time playing together. It has been fun to throw a football together, play 3 on 3 soccer, and even play some rounds of tag. We also have been enjoying the warmer weather and grilling on our deck. While the food has been cooking, Aaron and I have enjoyed just sitting and talking. We also watched a beautiful sunset together last night. With practices for multiple teams at multiple fields it has also allowed for time in the car with my kiddos. As my kids get older, I am enjoying these moments (and attempting to take advantage of them) as a time to talk about life with them.

These are the moments that are important. The moments together. The moments of laughter. The moments of open dialogue. The moments of shared silence. Moments that are precious. Moments that are what memories are really made of, where character is developed, love is grown and life is truly lived to the fullest.