Behind the Scenes

A few conversations I don't want to forget:

Little C went to his first school dance with a couple of buddies. After we dropped him off one of my kids asked, "do you think Little C will dance with any girls?"

Ruckus responded, "Yes!" then in a sweet voice, "because he is so handsome."

When the dance was over and Little C returned home we started having a conversation about dating.

Lou and Ruckus were asked if they were excited to date? Their responses represent their personalities perfectly. 

Ruckus said, "Yes!" and then started making a list of the girls he'd ask out when he turned 16. 

Lou responded, "I'll be excited to date when I'm the appropriate age."

Another story depicting Lou's valiant personality happened only a few days later. Little C had, had this turd of a kid kind of bullying him at school. It's since been resolved but at the time I was feeling my inner mother bear come out and I said to Little C, "Definitely pray to Heavenly Father about his issue but maybe you just need to punch him in the face?" Lou, who had been listening quietly in the background replied,

"Actually, when somebody punches you in one cheek Jesus said to turn your head so they can punch the other."

Man, the little peacemaker. I was humbled. Not that I want Little C to endure abuse and he did finally have to push the bully on the ground to get him to knock it off, but I love the tenderness and obedience that occupies Lou's heart.

Here are a few unrelated photos to share what goes on around this house when we're just home, hanging out.

The Baby with a box on her head.

Lou taking a turn.

Moo, Lou, and Ruckus made necklaces out of cereal and pretzels. 

Ahh, they love each other.