What I have learned about life, family and of course myself

We took a trip. We rode together. We spent time with each other. Here are some of the things I learned, may not all be new but relearning is just as important:

I am supremely thankful for my family.
I love my hubby.
My kids are amusing and annoying, sometimes at the same time!
Arguing is easier to do if we are all stuck in the same car for more than 2 hours.
Being a light for Jesus to my kids is the hardest thing to do, they see all sides of me.
Teaching them to allow Jesus to be first in their lives is a constant thing.
People are willing to stand in line for hours.....for a small plate of food and small glass of wine.
I am not one of those people!
You can not take a boat from Port Orleans to Magic Kingdom.
You can take a boat from Port Orleans to Downtown Disney and then take a bus to Magic Kingdom.
Such a trip will take an hour out of your life.
If you take such a trip, watch for where God is working.....He already knows you can't get to where you think you want to go and has a better plan than you think you do! :)
God is sovereign and for this I am forever thankful!
He cares about every little and big detail in my life and the life of each of my family members.
Magic hours are only magical if you actually use them.
I want to grow plants without soil....maybe then I could have a productive garden.
My son asked if I asked a woman I talked with if she was a Christian, I had to say no....but I did talk about Him, some.......I am still humbled by this and slightly embarrassed to write it.
By writing this I am wanting to hold myself accountable for the next time I have an opportunity to share His love....with more than just actions.
The Disney hotels have strollers you can borrow!
Yes, I said borrow, not purchase or rent.....just borrow!
My family can indeed eat chocolate peanut butter sandwiches and yogurt for lunch and be filled.
I am willing to stop and pray a prayer of thanksgiving in the middle of the French Quarter area.
A found purse that couldn't be found is something to be thankful for.
My kids will never tire of Aladdin's Magic carpet ride or Dumbo.....
I will never understand the allure of either of these! :)
I love Chevy's!!
Jordan loves their salsa!
After a wonderful meal, wonderful chatter with the kids and hubby and wonderful rest.....we are all better people!
My children do not listen when it does not suit them.
This makes me sad.
When the kids are around, Eddie and I have to be in parent mode at all times.
Being consistent can be exhausting.
I am sure my heavenly Father agrees that I also do not listen if I think it doesn't apply to me......
This also makes Him sad, I am sure.
My children always teach me about how my Savior sees me.....even when I really don't want to be taught!
My oldest has outgrown the Buzz Lightyear ride.
He still loves the people mover :)
Picking out a souvenir is still difficult....especially for my middle child.
Even though I know exactly what he needs to do.....he will still make his own choice and regret it.
Isn't that what I do with Jesus?!?!
Again, my children will always teach me about my walk with Christ, especially in their mistakes.
My middle is super excited when he can read signs......though some are still difficult.
I am proud and sad for him all at the same time.
A young child can impress her grandparents by spelling "Tinkerbell" when they don't realize she is reading it off a sign!
The best way to enjoy the refrigerated food you pack for the trip is to actually bring such packed bag.
My younger two children enjoy making up songs....and singing them........over and over and over and over again.
While slightly annoying, I love the creativity and joy they get from this.
I do not like crowded, small spaces.
I do not like that I do not like small, crowded spaces.
I do not like big, crowded spaces either.
I have claustrophobia issues.....I don't want this issue.
Riding roller coasters with my youngest is so very fun.
Memories made together make my heart sing.
My youngest does not sleep through the night if she is on a trundle bed.
My oldest is going to amaze the world some day with his art, creations and engineering ability. He is amazing.
My youngest really wants to go to Paris, France.......for real, not the one in Epcot.
If you take her to the one in Epcot she will simply look at you like you are crazy and no she will not pose for a picture in front of a fake Eiffel Tower.
She loves Marie, the cat.
My middle is willing to get up early so he can ride Soarin.
He loves rides, but not really roller coasters.
He has compassion for those around him. He is willing to give what he has and what you have if it will help someone else.
He may or may not ask if he can give your stuff away. His heart is very much in the right place.... :)
I learned more than this but must begin our school day now. I think I may even be ready to share this blog with more than just myself......