Today

Yesterday after 14 hours on the clock - I barely made it home and through the shower and night-time kisses before I fell into bed exhausted.  TOTALLY spent.  nothing left.  barely could make a complete sentence. 

BUT then there is today - I will be spent by the end of the day - but differently (and with better compensation!).  Today my scenery is more precious to me.

I'm smelling the orange peels from all of those clementines my children are peeling right now mixed with some cinnamon simmering on the stove

I'm hearing the leaves crunch under little boots worn by all of my kiddos

and I'm soaking up the shower of leaves from the trees and the rich sunlight as it hits the golden yard.

I am so grateful for sleep, for rest.  I am so grateful for my hardworking, caring husband and dad to my three walking loves.  I'm grateful for the beauty of fall and for days at home with my family. Thank you, Lord!