To all the mom's of toddlers out there

I read a great little devotional every morning for mother's of preschoolers. I wanted to share an entry from this week....

Every mother of a preschooler will agree that caring for little children can be completely draining and exhausting. And usually, it's a thankless task, with no end in sight. The pile of laundry never grows smaller, the toys never stay in the toy box, the dishwasher seems to be on an endless cycle, and there is always a game to be played or a book to be read. There are play groups, preschool classes, swimming lessons and oh, we mustn't forget doctor's appointments and church activities. All of those things are managed by Mom with nary a thank you.
Matthew 25:40 says "And the King will answer them, 'Truly, I say to you, as you did it to one of the least of these my brothers, you did it to me.' " Jesus says thank you for the noses you wipe on His behalf; thank you for the tears that you dry when offering His comfort; and thank you for the hugs that you give as an extension of His love. Whatever is done, in the name of Jesus Christ, for the weak ones whom He has placed in your charge, it is done for Him.

Thank you, Jesus, for the reminder that I serve You as I carry out my tasks as a mother. I offer my day and my time of service unto You. Be glorified in all that I do, and please continue to use me to share Your love. Amen.

Thank you moms for loving on your children. Thanks for being so selfless day in and day out. Your children are blessed and the world becomes blessed by the time and sacrifice you give. You are awesome!

On the go....

We got out Caeden's walker yesterday and Caleb is enjoying being able to move himself around. I love that if you are following our blog you are able to see an array of the faces that this munchkin makes, he cracks us up everyday with his looks.

Babysitting

Cheese!!!! Here are Caeden and Snowball. Snowball is his friends Brenna and Maggie's hamster that he loves. They were in CA this week so we had the honor of watching him. Caeden so enjoyed it and Daddy and I were reminded how thankful we are that we don't have any pets at the moment. :)
There was a perk for me in this week (of especially not feeling good) and that was both boys loved sitting by the cage or as Caeden called it his cave. Aren't those two faces that say, "really mom... you need a picture of us right now, we are a little busy. Are you finished yet?"

The Lyons Ranch

We had a FABULOUS time at the Lyon ranch this past weekend!! It was 30 minutes north east of Payson tucked up by the rim and surrounded with gorgeous scenery! We fished (well tried), rode horses, boated, ate, played, laughed, told stories, rode atv's and thoroughly enjoyed every moment. We had our own little cabin that was just perfect for us and then would hang out with the Lyons at their cabin for meals and play time. What amazing host and hostesses we had, a trip to cherish. Caeden is already asking to go back. Who could blame him?
Team Murphy... this is Caleb's old man face, isn't it funny?

Paulette with the boys and I. I can't believe that I baby sat she and her sister when they were born, wow does time fly!
Sierra and Caleb... the girls were amazing with both of our boys!
Daddy attempting his first fishing. :)
C #2 Relaxing on an atv. Check out the cowboy boots, thanks Burdetts!
Caeden rode Gypsy all by himself, and boy was he excited. He did a fantastic job and did not want to get off or leave the ranch. :)
Boating with Mr. Scott...
Atv riding with Daddy