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April came and went without a counting my blessings post. Though it was not written, I have much for which to be grateful. My children went through an illness resulting in a round of antibiotics.
While playing nurse and cuddling, I chose to let everything go. I rested and concentrated on my children. In continuing where I left off, I spent time counting my blessings.
49. Caring pediatrician, who listens and seeks to help our family.
50. Immediate access to qualified professionals to process lab work.
51. Available medication for a short wait.
52. Free medication through programs like Publix’s Free Medications Program.
53. Hours of watching Mickey Mouse Clubhouse with my toddler tucked in my arms.
54. The iPad.
55. Reading an e-book on the iPad while my toddler slept in my lap.
56. Toddler, who wanted to rock. My 2-year-old has decided that she does not like to rock before bedtime anymore. But when she is not feeling well, she wants to rock with Mommy while watching Mickey Mouse Clubhouse.
57. Rest.
58. Pre-school daughter, who understands she just needs to sleep. When she gets sick, she likes to crawl in my bed and sleep.
59. Energetic son, who helped retrieve needed items and played quietly while the girls slept.
60. Hubby taking shifts and cleaning up the illnesses when the smell got to me.
61. The healing of my girls.
62. Spending lots of time with my family at home.
Life with little ones is tough. Remembering that these times pass quickly, I take a deep breath, pray for strength, dive in, and count my blessings while using time wisely.
Question: What blessings are you counting today?