The Rodtnick's: October 2011

Kerry and I have been stressed out with our children a LOT. Lately they all seem to be sick or crying pretty much non-stop. It's wearing us thin, but last night we got a huge blessing. While eating supper at church, we were sitting next to two older women of the church. They kept talking to our kids and commenting on how great they were acting. Finally one of them said "they are the best kids I have ever met." and the other lady replied "they are so quiet and respectful." Kerry and I of course just laugh b/c in our heads we are thinking "boy are you all fooled!"

But the truth of the matter is, our kids are great. They are polite, they obey, and know how to respect others. At home things get wild and crazy and, yes, there is normally crying. However, I am so blessed that my children don't act out in public and are, for the most part, respectful of the others around them. So, all this to say I was very thankful we sat beside these ladies b/c God used them to speak to Kerry and I and remind us that we aren't the ones in control and uses others to have us step back and see that. We love our children, unconditionally, and always will. Now, I'm sure my children aren't the best kids they have met and I am sure my children will disrespect an adult one day. But, for the moment, I am going to cherish the compliments they gave us about our sweet, sweet children.

Speaking of my sweet, sweet children. Ally Kate turns 2 on saturday. Its hard to believe I don't have an infant anymore. It's hard for me to except I will probably never have another infant to cuddle and love on that is mine. I am so excited about the little girl God is molding Ally Kate into.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY LITTLE SUGAR BEAR!!!