Spring Brake

Last week was Spring Brake for Tyler. I was a little worried how he would handle the change of pace without school and swimming lessons. He did pretty good. He enjoyed playing with his brothers and helping his Mommy all week. The two babies and myself came down with this nasty flu that ended up settling in the babies ears and my sinuses.
Tyler spent a lot of time with MiMi helping her plant her garden, and when he was home he was such a big help and unconditionally loving and helpful towards his family. I was so proud of him. I decided to suck it up and even though I wasnt feeling the best I took Tyler to the pool and he had a blast. It was so nice to see his smiling face. He had been such a good help all week and he deserved some fun time too.

It is so nice having a 4 year old that knows how to swim. I was able to sit on the side lines and watch him swim all by himself. He did great.

Man this took some serious effort on my part, to get all three kids up a flight of stairs, carry the stroller up the stairs, and maintain a steady pace throughout our nice little lunch. It went very well. But I was ready for a nap. Thank Goodness Perry came to my rescue and hung out with us a little bit on his lunch brake.

The two boys did very well for being sick. I think the high volume of moisture in the air helped clear their noses and actually made them feel better. A good benefit for coming.

I have never felt my heart stop or my stomach feel so sick as I did while watching Tyler adventure into the big pool. I did forewarn the lifeguard and I stood about two inches form the edge ready to jump in at anytime. I never expressed my fears to Tyler though. I want him to be brave and confident in his goals and dreams. So I quietly kept my guard and filled my heart with prayers. He did so well. He would jump off the side and touch the bottom and even swim and treed around the deep water. I was so proud of him. And Im glad I kept my cool so he could have fun.
Trevor was screaming to jump in with him and play, so without hesitation I dressed him and myself and jumped in for some fun.

What started off to be a day full of sickness and bordem, ended up being a great escape and a very fulfilling day with my boys.

One thing that Ive learning as mother of 3, is that there is No sick days, No sleeping in, No naps, and No whining. Its all about getting up for the day, making a plan and following through without wasting time second guessing yourself. That to me is the greatest lesson I have learned as a Mother.