Yes, my heart is still filled with gratitude. However, this photo speaks volumes about our holiday experience this weekend. And no, this wasn't the crazy outtake. This was the best we had. I'm trying to contain the boys, Chris looks exasperated, and Getu appears to be attempting to eat his brother. (We're holding his hands so he wouldn't cover his face. Like this.)
The rest of the family, per their usual, is gorgeous. I will write more about how this weekend fit into our "pay now or pay later" later philosophy. Maybe in January. (I love the holiday season, but this year I wouldn't mind a fast forward button...)
Great picture. I always forget to get a photo of everyone, but it would probably look the same. It seems every picture I have of my 16 year old, she is turning her head away or it is of the back of her head!
ReplyDeleteWhat is it about photos? I have many where I am restraining, oops, hugging my son. I took him on a special outing last summer and in nearly every picture he is sticking out his tongue. And yes, anything 'special' is a trigger. My strategy is to schedule a PJ day after anything special. I am thankful my life allows that!
ReplyDeleteWell, photos are supposed to capture memories, right? ;) Perhaps not the memory you wanted to capture, but I suppose it can only get better for next year's Thanksgiving photo!
ReplyDeleteI keep thinking I need to leave a comment here and introduce myself! Well, I finally remembered today! :) I am a neighbor to you, just to your west in Iowa. Your boys remind me very much of my own children, and I just wanted to say "hi" in case you ever need someone to bounce things off of. I know for me, finding another mom who I got it was huge. You are doing an amazing job there. Both of you!! And I LOVE the picture!:)
ReplyDeleteHey Dawn! Thanks for introducing yourself. Keep in touch please.
DeleteLooks like you may have taken down the post I saw up earlier, but I wanted to comment...
ReplyDelete1) You are such a good writer.
2) I, as not even a mom let alone one of traumatized kids, go back and reread this post written by my friend Tricia often. Hope it's helpful. http://inpursuitofatoolbox.wordpress.com/2012/06/17/slow-to-surrender-to-the-slow-lane/
Thanks for introducing me to Tricia and her blog, Emily.
DeleteAlso, I think you're a really thoughtful and great mom.
ReplyDeleteOh sister girlfriend... I am THERE with YOU! Crazy family photo for the proof and ALL!
ReplyDeleteKeep doing the good work. The hard work. The rewards are so very amazing.
nancy-of the crazy 9
Thanks, Nancy! I'm sure the light in the tunnel is coming.
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