Ok Mamas I have a question for you!
Do your children ever do something and you look at them and think, “How am I lucky enough that these beautiful humans are mine?”
I don't mean beautiful in terms of physical beauty, although each of my children are beautiful inside and out. I mean internal beauty! My kids never cease to amaze me with their beautiful hearts and minds.
As mamas, I think that starts when they are babies. You are amazed by each milestone, by each thing they learn. Then as toddlers, they will say something and you think where did you learn that, and you are just shocked by how much their little brains are growing and comprehending. Here is when my Mama heart became whole, the day our fourth, Lily, completed our family.
That warm feeling in your heart doesn't stop there. It just grows the same way your child is growing!
As many of you know, being a Mama is my favorite! I love each of my children and I love the things that make them uniquely them.
Kale
Our oldest, he has a huge heart very empathetic for others. This is not a common trait for a 20 year old guy so this really stands out. Quintin always said that Kale will make the best of dad and hubby someday, and I agree whole heartedly! God gifted him with these natural abilities as it is comes effortlessly! So blessed by his pure intentions to give and love others. His future wife is so lucky to have these amazing natural qualities in Kale and his future kiddos too!
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Ella
She is an old soul always has been. She can spot someone in a room who is feeling left out and โmotherโ them so to speak and make them feel like a million bucks. She has an empathic warmth about her that pulls people in and makes everyone feel not only welcome but extra ordinary! Ella has many best of friends because of this incredible God given gift. She will and has already made an incredible impact on this world. This girl is not a community changer but a World Changer! Can't wait to see where God leads her next.
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Fisher
He is quick witted, he is like his father in all the good ways. Although a bit of an introvert, he is not afraid to speak his mind to protect those he feels need it or ideals that need to be heard. Absolute TRUTH is very important to him. He is about justice for all! He is naturally a protector and fighter for those less fortunate and has a loyalty that runs deep for his family and close friends. Love this about him! Anyone who has the opportunity to have Fisher in his circle undoubtedly will be blessed.
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Lily
She is always so smily! Her smile is contagious she can light up a room with her smile and laugh. Her natural positivity is something I admire so much! God has gifted this girl with natural leadership that is already showing at the young age of 14. Being voted in as a cheer captain and putting together and her willingness to lead a young teen girls bible study is just the beginnings of what God will do through and in her! Her willingness to be a vessel for Him will take her so far in life. God has great plans for this young willing heart. God will do incredible things through her for His kingdom through her continued willingness and I cannot wait to have a front row seat to it all as her mama!
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I am so proud of each of them everyday and I am just loving seeing them grow into young men and women. I just wish Q was here with me to hold my hand as we watch them grow. But I know he is looking down with a huge smile on his face, so proud of our kiddos. โค๏ธโ?
Many of you know I lost my husband in April of this year. If you are unfamiliar with our sudden loss of Quintin, you can read about it here. Our children and I are grieving every single day, but even in the midst of such grief, I am in awe of how my children have shown their love and excitement for me. I regularly find myself thinking they are each like their dad in their own way, and I love seeing him in each of them!
Well today was one of those days…
You know, one of those days when your kids just stop you in your tracks and you are just overwhelmed with gratitude at the fact that they are yours!
Today my girls found out y'all nominated me for “Missouri's Best” as the best local blogger.
I hope you can tell by my blog posts how I truly pour my heart into these posts for you. It isn't just about recipes, although I know y'all love those. With each post I hope you find more than just a yummy dish.
I hope you find something you can personally relate to, no matter the stage of parenting you are living!
My kids have always been very supportive of me and as y'all know, they help out a lot with all things Crazy Busy Mama.
But to have your kids celebrate your hard work and accomplishments; that is something I never knew I would appreciate so much!
I didn't even know I had been nominated for one of Missouri's Best categories. It is such an honor to be voted “Best Local Blog” and when my girls found out they printed out the award and insisted on posting it to brag about me.
As moms we always brag on our kiddos, but to have them brag about you?? WOW! What a surreal feeling that was!
So if you see me today, with a big smile on my face, you know why! I am so blessed by my children!!
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Also wanted to shout out a special thanks for my Q ! Without Q, this blog would not be here today. He was the true backbone of this BLOG and everything behind the scenes Crazy Busy Mama I did, without him this would not have even been possible. Love you forever Q, you have left a massive void in all of our lives, but I am so grateful for the time we had with you and the legacy you left us to steward. Miss you like crazy!
You are truly an inspiration to a fellow sister in Christ! I do love your recipes, but I love more the impact you and you family are having for Christ. I pray you will be strengthened, comforted, and guided by God’s wisdom as you walk this new chapter of your life.
Congrats!! That is wonderful to have supportive kiddos along side you & it shows how much you & your husband did in raising them with love and respect โค๏ธ
Prayers for you & your family on continuing the healing process ? โค๏ธ I have loved sharing your yummy recipes with my family & enjoyed watching videos you posted over the years with Q. I as a simple viewer could easily see how much he genuinely loved you & your family. God has great plans and we don’t always understand the path to arriving there. Happy New Year & God Bless! โค๏ธ?