The Men In My Life

I usually don't post things that are all personal, but tonight as I read the blog to my boys I thought about something I was asked today. Someone from our old ward before the split asked me what it was like to have four boys. I was substituting in nursery to 12 children under the age of two so I responded that it was much easier then nursery. Before she left, she said that she use to love to watch us during church. It was entertaining to her. She is not the first person to tell us that. As I think of my little family I know that I have been blessed. I couldn't asked for anything more. They each have so much to give to me. My life is busy, but I wouldn't give the busy up for boring ever. That is what life would be if I did have each and everyone of them.
Kayden was our first bundle of joy. We went through so much to get him here. His Grandpa always told him that he was special and that he is. I always wait to see what he will say next. For years he has been wise above his years. He isn't afraid to talk to anyone. I remember when he use to put on concerts on the front porch. He would sing his heart out no matter who was watching. He has so much energy and I can't wait to see the great things that he will do with it. Kayden came to me when I needed him the most. I love and appreciate all that he does to help in our family.
Tyson came five years after Kayden. Tyson was long awaited. I think that Kayden needed him the most. Tyson has always been such a great kid. He definitely got my attitude, but carries it very well. I have never seen a kid that is so dedicated to what he likes. I love to wake up in the morning to him cuddling next to us. He comes in our room a couple times a week. He has always been a well behaved child in social settings. He is a little ladies man in which I haven't gotten use to. I'm hoping that it is just a phase that will pass for a while.
Braxton is our little ham. If ever there was a smile that could melt your heart it is his. He is so sweet to his mother. He tells me that I am a princess all the time. He brings me flowers from somewhere outside all the time. He loves it when I pick him up and dance around the room with him. He has his big brother to pal around with and just recently gained his little buddy Easton. I love to sit and watch them play and laugh together.
Easton is our final child if I have it my way. I love how much he tries to imitate his brothers. He has always been a head of the game. He sat up first, crawled first, and walked first. He seems so much older then he is. He loves to be in the mix of the crowd. Every time the door opens he makes a mad dash. He tries to be the funny guy. I think that he will be our tuffest child due to the fact that he is the youngest of four boys.
I think of all the fun that we have with each of them. Having four boys that all love to be held has been a blessing. Our arms are always full with one or two and sometimes three. I just want to save all these moments forever. When Braxton was a little younger his feet turned in and he walked flat footed. We could always tell when it was him coming to our bed. There was a destinct pounding sound on the hardwood floor. I feel like I have been trusted with more then I deserve. They are truly the greatest gift that I have ever been given. I can only hope that I am half the mother that they deserve and pray that I do my duty of raising them right.
I have a truly wonderful man by my side to help me take on this huge task. He is the greatest father. He has taken an active role in helping to teach them right from wrong. He is someone who truly knows me. He believes in me and all that I can become. He is one of the most postive people in my life. I thank him for being such a wonderful father, but above all else a wonderful husband and friend.