Realities & Blessings...

So, as a way of re-caping the week, I thought I would try a little something I've named "realities & blessings." I'd like to make it a weekly thing AND I'd love it if you'd join me.

Why realities & blessings? Well because things aren't always wonderful here but at the same time...they are. So here we go:

Reality: Rayne has been home sick for two and a half days. She's not been real happy nor has she been in the best of moods {naturally given the sick part}
Blessing: There has been lots of down time, cuddles, hugs, not leaving the house, soup, comfort foods, etc...my favorite things!

Reality: Maya has the most focused obsession with Elmo. We must, at all times, have all things Elmo going on and sometimes simultaneously. She asks for Elmo about one million times a day.
Blessing: She says "Mel-mel-mo" in her sweet little voice about one million times a day. And he brings her so much joy it's almost palpable.

Realtiy: As a result of being cooped up in the house all week, our play areas and bed rooms are literally covered with books, dress up clothes, stuffed animals, polly pockets, etc.
Blessing: I have had the distinct pleasure of witnessing some very cleaver play amongst my girls and seen some very interesting outfits {especially on Bea (that's what we call Layla, for those of you who don't know)}.

Reality: I have been a total bum little lethargic this week. I have totally been shirking all most of my adult duties and therefore have lots of non-fun things lined up for this weekend. After this past weekend which was full of so much, I have felt drained and totally lacking motivation.
Blessing: I am learning another valuable lesson about how times of ebb need to follow times of flow and it's all part of the natural rhythm of life. Plus, after all the work I must do this weekend, I'll have a sort of fresh start on Monday!

Reality: Due to the aforementioned reality, my house is a complete and utter mess.
Blessing: I'm not sure I see a true blessing there unless you count the fact that I'm now highly motivated to clean.

Okay, so there it is. It's pretty simple. You just list some realities in your life and a corresponding silver lining, if you will. I'd love to have you play along. If you do, just put your link in the comments.

Happy Friday, everyone! xo