This Is Us

Sorry, I won't be referring to the popular TV show "This Is Us." Rather, I’d like to take a minute to document this stage in life... the victories and frustrations. It’s where we are and I want to be able to look back with both admiration that we got through it and a tinge of sadness that it’s over. 

Tonight was a victory for me, a victory of the simplest kind. You see, we had a family dinner without any crying, whining, screaming, or trying to “persuade” 3 youngins to eat their dinner. 

I literally sat in awe at the conversation we had and the peace in my heart. The boys have really loved a new family tradition we started in August where we share our best part of the day and worst part of the day. We call it “Peaches & Pits” and they never let us forget. As a matter of fact, Ramsey starts planning his the second I pick him up from school. Not only does it give us a glimpse into their day, but they also get to hear about the trials and tribulations of their parents. 

We have been working toward this joyous dinner moment forever. Let’s be honest, with 3 little ones there is bound to be someone upset.  I am usually breaking up fights, cleaning up spills, force feeding someone, and trying to foster conversation.  But tonight I reveled in the glory, noticing a new found independence in their growing up.  It felt good, really good. I know Spring sports will be starting up before we know it and evening chaos will ensue, but for now I will celebrate dinner.

Even when time allows- dinner can be stressful. But I am working to focus on the fact that:

These family dinners will hold precious memories for us for years to come.

These dinners will help instill manners in my kids. 

These dinners allow us to model and practice our faith through family prayer.

These dinners open lines of communication with my littles.

And these dinners help us remember what’s important- time with family (1 of the boys usually says dinner is their “Peach” every night)! 

More “ This Is Us” to come....