super mom

I made it through today feeling like a super-mom. I haven't felt this relaxed and happy in a long time. I...

*didn't lose my patience once (I'm very proud of that one; I seem to be so low on patience these days.)
*listened to both of my boys laugh and laugh because of silly things I was doing or saying
*sat out on our front deck drinking coffee while playing with a satisfied, happy Natty after supper
*cooked a kick-ass dinner of steak for Natty and I and fed Isaac new finger foods (cheese and tiny, tiny grape pieces: which he LOVED and was so proud of himself!)
*swung on our swings all by myself just because I felt like it.
*kept our house clean for tomorrow's showing
*got out of the house and did errands, while keeping a fairly good hand on both boys and their desires and happiness level (i.e. no meltdowns!)
*got in quality cuddle time with both boys
*laughed at Natty's funny great little observations and jokes
*delighted in Isaac's level of interaction with me in his facial expressions, noises, and little games he plays.

I did it. I'm an ok mom. I have to tell myself that every so often, ya know? : )