Share 4 Somethings

Today I'm joining Jenn for Share 4 Somethings.  This is a post to reflect on the month (It's hard to believe October is almost over!) and share some things we loved, some things we learned, some things that went well, and some things we let go of this month. Here we go! 

This month I loved our short trip to Great Wolf Lodge.  I hated that Mackaylan couldn't go with us, but the college girl had things to do. ;) We used to go to GWL every summer with my nephews, my sister and my mom when the girls were younger.  It was the way we kicked off summer.  Then life happened and the kids grew up. This was the first time we had been since Ace was just a few months old. I was worried that Lydia may think she was too old to enjoy it, but they both loved it... and Mickey and I did too!  It was so much fun having fun with each other! 

I also loved a fall night in the hot tub with my girls, celebrating Mickey's birthday, watching Lydia play volleyball, and going to the Renaissance Festival with the family! Anytime we can all be together is my favorite! 

            

          

This month I learned to accept and appreciate help.  After telling Mackaylan every day for a week or two that I was going to decorate for Halloween, she finally asked if she and Quin could just do it for me. Of course, I was so happy for the help.  We were away for a volleyball tournament one Saturday and when we came home that night everything was up and the house looked so festive! My love language is gifts and the both of them taking the initiative and time to do that was like a big "Boo Basket" to me! 

When I think about what went well in the month of October, I think about the week my mom spent with us.  She came and stayed for a week and it was so much fun!  She helps me get my house in tip top shape, makes sure no piece of laundry is left unwashed, and feeds us well every time she is here.  I love the time we get to spend together and do not take it for granted. It was a great week and I can't wait til she comes back to stay again! 

Last, but not least, the thing I (finally) let go of in October was the fun season of summer.  Here in the south, it stayed warm well into the very beginning of October.  I was able to come home most afternoons the months of August/September and enjoy time reading and floating in our pool.  It was the perfect was to unwind from school day, relax, and reset for the rest of the day.  Ace didn't join me very often once school started as he was eager to get home and play video games with his friends so it was essentially just "me" time! 

October is one of my favorite months and this one did not disappoint!