Password

You either know the password or you don't. I overheard the kids say that if you are told the password you best not forget it. Apparently this newly formed club isn't extending second chances at this time.  Interesting.

The Wheels are Off!

Took Danijela and Luka to a church parking lot in the 'hood this afternoon. Man, was it hot! Anyway, I took Luka's training wheels off and that was it. One try and he's off!

Where are they now?

Where are the children? One hint. I've been voted the Best Mommy Ever. I wish I was small enough to fit through the drawer openings. I might give it a go when they are asleep.

Luka Quote

Danijela really enjoys our neighbors' company. After school today she begged to go to Janet's house. Janet is a wonderful person & artist that lives next door. I'll write more about her at another time. Well, Janet wasn't home. Danijela returned to see if she could go to Adrienne's house. She begged again. Adrienne is equally awesome & I'll have to tell you about her too. Well, when Danijela headed to Adrienne's house Luka said, "She sure is a fan of people." She is. And I love that Luka see that for himself. He prefers Legos.

Srecan Rodjendan

Srecan Rodjendan, Luka! What a great birthday he's had so far. His birthday was yesterday. And at the ripe old age of 6 he is very much into Angry Birds and all things Lego. He talks in his sleep every night. He has an incredible sense of humor. He's grumpy and loud most mornings right when he wakes. He's very particular. He doesn't like to erase when he is doing his homework. He doesn't like the feeling of tags on his shirts. He likes things to be in order and is very good at putting things where they belong (because he likes order). He's an excellent soccer player. He is also very good at math. Both the kids are. He has an incredible smile, but usually prefers to make crazy faces at the camera. He is very knowledgeable about animals of all kinds. Looking forward to watching him grow and seeing what he discovers next.

Little Hearts & Big Tears

I was pleasantly surprised when the kids received a scripture memory 'challenge' at Watermark last night. I told both Luka and Danijela how Ms Melanie and I had just talked about memorizing God's Word. Danijela and I started working on Ephesians 2:1-10. Those for Kindergarten are shorter. And wonderfully enough one is within that same Ephesians text.

The gospel was shared with the kids last night. It is the greatest love story and it's not necessarily an easy story to hear because of His sacrifice. On the ride home Danijela and Luka were very quiet. I waited. Close to home the questions started coming. Right now their focus leans toward what it's like to be separated when someone dies. It's overwhelming to me when it moves from God's love expressed on the cross to our physical separation when I, or they, die. They asked if I would call them from Heaven. They asked me not to go too soon. Luka wanted to know if he would be able to draw me pictures. In my very human moments in the dark of night I quietly ponder separation myself and shed a tear or two.

I need to write more of His Word on my heart just for times like these. And cry anyway.

Soccer Star

Luka started playing soccer right when he turned five. He's a natural. Without any soccer experience he 'kicks' it well. I've been amazed. I'm guessing he has those soccer genes from his Tata. Now I'm definitely not one to be blinded by my love for these kids. If he sucked I'd say so. If he was mediocre I'd say that as well. But he doesn't. I'm consistently shocked by his footwork and speed. Crazy good. Love you, little man.

Waking ...

I haven't consistently blogged in years. My only explanation is I got really, really sick. It was bad. And I mean bad. After crawling my way out blogging was no longer part of my daily life. I dropped the ball. Well, I'm working to change that now. So many cool things have happened. Danijela will turn 8 a week from today. Luka is on the edge of turning 6. He lost his 1st tooth yesterday. They are not perfect, but they are amazing people. I adore being a mother to these two people. I adore it. I love spending time with them & listening to their thoughts & ideas.

So I'll be posting pictures & memories here that are now in our collective past ... because I don't want to forget. And I want them to know. At 46 forgetting is a common occurance. Please spur me on when you haven't seen a post in some time ...