it's a good life

It's not perfect, but it's good.

I was sick over the weekend, and still not quite up to par today,

but I knew I could handle ironing fabric.

I decided I'd take everything outside, and soak up some sun

and enjoy the breeze

while I was at it.

Jeremiah and Josiah were busy in the Study Shack.

(which hasn't been a 'study shack' in years, but a storage shed...)

"A little spring cleaning"

Josiah had told me.

But I figured there was more to it than that.

What kids decide to 'spring clean' a storage shed for no good reason?

It turned out 

they needed a clubhouse

and thought the SS would do nicely.

It will.

So I sprayed, and ironed, and sipped at my tea.

Texted my friend pictures when I came upon a fabric I especially loved.

And listened to my boys work well together - not a single cross word!

They unearthed a small doll house I'd set aside to sell at the Growing Kids Sale,

only I could never quite jump through all the hoops to partcipate.

So the girls laid out a checkered cloth on the front porch

and played

together

with their 'new' toy.

I am grateful for this quite life I lead.

Thankful that my husband works hard, and earns enough money that I can stay home.

It's not a ton,

but it's enough.

I'm thankful for days moments when there is no bickering,

only the sound of happy chatter,

diligent work,

chickens,

and the wind in the trees.

Yes.

It's a good life.