fleeting snow day

It looked like it was here to stay but by the time they got their snow gear on and headed out the door...

The sun was out again and the snow was melting...

They had just enough time to make a quick snowman.

sweet dreams

Of all the hundreds of choices we've made as parents the one I'm most glad we stuck to was co-sleeping. 

I saw this lovely illustration on the uber-talented Heather Ross blog and my heart felt all warm and fuzzy inside.

We chose the crib-free lifestyle and images like this remind me of what a short and sweet time that is. Now my babes sleep soundly in their own beds all night and it's usually me that falls asleep next to them in their cozy dream space.

Happy sleeping...

2012 resolution...

It's to live like this. 

Woody told me he wants me to live every moment this way.

I did feel incredibly free in that moment. 

So happy to be with all those dear people on that glorious log ride 

(Woody and nephew Scotty in front; Bro and sis in 2nd row; 

Owen is next to me, hiding).

So, my shoulders are down. My jaw is slightly open, relaxed. 

I have so much work to do to prepare for classes next week I should be crying.

But I'm not.

I'm feeling grateful and free.

And I'm sticking with this from Gandhi...my life is my message.

Happy New Year!