Sledding

January 31, 2015

Yesterday we went sledding on the hill in our development. 

It was fun! Cold, but fun! :)

Happy Helpers

January 30, 2015

When you help mom shovel 

(aka-play in the snow while mom shovels) 

you get hot chocolate and graham crackers. 

Sweet Sawyer

January 29, 2015

Kind-hearted is right. Since my Daddy's passing I have good moments and hard moments. Yesterday was one of those days that seemed to be filled with hard moments. While his little brothers napped yesterday Sawyer came to my room and found me crying. He said, "I know why you're sad mom. It's because your Dad died. " Then he proceeded to give me a hug and kiss. 

That night his bedtime prayer consisted of this, "Dear Heavenly Father, I thank thee for my warm home. I pray that I can always remember Grandpa Wertz and pray that Mom can have a happy day tomorrow. In the name of Jesus Christ, Amen." 

Let's just say I'm not really worried about his emotional development. 

Momma gives him an A+. 

Stunning Sunrise

January 29, 2015

There are a few positive things about having early risers. 

This was completely unedited.

Storm Juno

January 27, 2015

My arms, back, and pretty much every muscle 

in my body thanks you Storm Juno. 

Smiles and Sweaters

January 25, 2015

When Mommy Comes Home

January 24, 2015

I don't leave the house often, 

so when I do I am missed. :)

But although I have three Momma's boys, 

I think Tuya is a Daddy's girl.  :)

Sawyer the Skier

January 23, 2015

It was his first time and my second, 

but we all had a great time!

Car Sledding

January 21, 2015

Reuben wasn't a huge fan of the car sledding, but Sawyer and I loved it. 

I laughed and it felt good. I haven't been doing that much lately. 

Daddy's Closet

January 16, 2015

Everything color coordinated. 

And short sleeves come before long sleeves, of course.

Oh, how I love his organized self.  

And if you find a pair of shoes you really love, 

it's best to buy in bulk.

(I do this same thing. Well I only buy one extra, but still...)

So grateful for "my girls" who had dinner waiting for me 

after a physically and emotionally taxing day. 

I Dreamed a Dream

January 14, 2015

I dreamed a dream. It was just the two of us back before he got sick. 

We were laughing and talking. I could hear his voice so vividly. 

It felt so real. Then, Reuben called for me and he was gone. 

My heart hurts today. 

Early Morning Scripture Snuggles

January 13, 2015

Angel Friends

January 11, 2015

I felt so blessed at the love and support I was given 

by my family and friends during such a difficult time. 

I had dear friends travel from Maryland 

and NJ to surprise me at Daddy's service. 

And then I had these two surprise me and come from Kentucky.

 One of these angels is one of my only friends 

who truly knows what it's like to lose a parent. 

It was no accident that we became friends. 

They came back with me to my house that night. 

They listened to me and cried with me. 

I love them and will always be grateful for them.

Daddy's Memorial Service

January 10, 2015

Celena and Russ shared sweet stories and memories.

Kristie read a beautiful poem she wrote. 

Sawyer sang "Families Can Be Together Forever"

I sang "You Raise Me Up"

(The song Daddy listened to every morning

 to motivate him when he was really sick.)

God blessed me to get through it. 

Such a hard day. 

Such a beautiful day.