Perspective...

I am probably going to sound crazy...going from comparing my life to a circus one week (which I still say is accurate) to being incredibly THANKFUL for all that I have, chaos and all, the next week.  I've just had the opportunity lately to really put things into perspective and I am really fortunate to have what I have...a wonderful husband who only drives me crazy some of the time, a loyal and loving pup, a house that is not perfect but doesn't need to be, and most importantly, a healthy baby girl who is truly a miracle!  There have been many times in the last week that have reminded me how lucky I am. 

I've said it before and I'll say it a million times again...Marley is such a blessing!  She is almost 7 months old now and is just coming alive with personality!  Part sassy and part sweetheart, she is more of a little comedian than she is a cuddler!  She's my little sound machine...discovering new noises each day!  We ran into Brainerd on Saturday when we were up at the cabin and as I carried her around Fleet Farm (yes, you read that right...we were looking for a new boat cover) she was making blowing noises with her tongue and lips and literally spitting on people as we passed by them in aisles!  Such a silly girl!

This weekend, she made my heart melt when, for the first time, she put her arms out to me to pick her up!  She was sitting on the floor at the cabin and I had just changed her diaper.  Surrounded by toys, she looked up at me and extended her little arms!  So sweet!  I put my arms out to her and she pulled herself in really close to my chest....I about died!  Such a small little gesture, but it's just one more way in which Marley is getting more independent and more aware of who Mommy and Daddy are!

Next up for Marley...crawling!  She's crawling in her own special way.  Kind of rocking and scooting herself around, pushing herself up into the downward dog yoga pose, and then propelling herself forward!  It's so much fun to watch!

Monday tomorrow................BOO!  Things I'm looking forward to:

1.  Angie's Bridal Shower on Friday night!  Her first shower, it's official!  The wedding is underway!

2.  Marley's baptism on Sunday! 

3.  Yoga @ CorePower this week.....pure relaxation!  Afterwards I always feel focused and happy!

Wishing everyone a wonderful week!

xoxoxo-
Stevie