Do you ever sit back and listen to what's going on around you? I can't tell you how many times my husband and I have said something like "Do you hear that? I love that sound!" (usually in reference to number 1 below). If you were to venture into our home on any given day, these are the sounds you couldn't help but hear:
- the pitter patter of Riley's adorable little feet as she prances around the house
- the chatter of Caroline as she talks to whatever or whomever she's playing with
- the word no (usually from mommy providing instructions or correction when it's necessary)
- lots of I love yous
- Riley singing Sunday School songs or hymns at the top of her lungs
- the hum of a vacuum cleaner
Let's face it, these aren't the only noises that come from our house. Some days you'd hear lots of crying, a good deal of whining, and the impatient voice of an imperfect mother. Thankfully those sounds aren't rampant. I encourage you to take time to listen to what's going on around you. I'm not always the best listener, but I'm always thankful when I stop and take it all in.
I am loving the sounds of rest time as I type - silence from one (asleep) and high little voices of my other two pretend-playing with their toys in separate rest times with a burst of song every now and then.
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