An Ode to Motherhood

It's the tender moments like these

that make me smile.

And wonder


what is she up to?!?!? (I think she's about to pounce on her baby brother.)

Comments

laura capello said…
yea, it's those innocent smiles that let you know what little devils they really are.
11:22 AM EST
Anonymous said…
Awwwwww.... I don't know how many times a day I yell, "Eliot! What are you doing????" Thank goodness we only have two cats for him to torment.

Cheers!
12:14 PM EST
African Kelli said…
I just want to scoop her up and swing her around. You have such a beautiful family Lera!
2:18 PM EST
beki said…
Aww, I love those special moments when my kids are acting sweet to each other. I have to remind myself of those moments when they're beating the crap out of each other, LOL!
2:58 PM EST
Anonymous said…
I know what you mean - they help you get through the really tough days
3:10 PM EST
Anonymous said…
They are adorable!!!
12:15 AM EST
Anonymous said…
Okay, I won't have to ask you if Spenser wears clothes, because you posted one of her in jammies! Cute, cute.

I'm wanting to check out that MS Magazine now - although I'm not a big fan of glueing fabric either.

The pictures of the older ones caring for the younger ones are precious. Remember those times when things are crazy!
11:36 AM EST
Anonymous said…
I keep saying this, but you have *such* a great family. It makes me smile.
12:04 PM EST
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