let me just tell you this

I wish I were allowed to write about it here, but I'm not. so let me just tell you this.

today I'm grateful. I'm grateful for planting cherry tomatoes, basil and chamomile with my sons. I'm grateful for caring friends who make time to listen, for Ben & Jerry cookie dough ice cream, and the unwavering strength that I'm capable of as a mother. I'm grateful for understanding what matters most and the things I waste my time worrying and thinking about. knowing that two days ago my life could have turned into a parent's worst nightmare. and that under different circumstances, I would give anything to have what I have right now. 

miki** (via abby try again)

Comments

[La Rêveuse]

Me too. I love you.

And I love this photo. Really. Even without this context, it's fantastic.

You are strong and I am proud to be called your friend.

[M.]

I just discovered your blog not so long ago....and I love it....I don't know what you're going through right now but good luck...hope all will turn out ok.

[Amanda {Mocking Bird}]

Whatever happened or could have happened, I'm so happy for you that it didn't and that your boys are with you.

xoxo

[alexandria]

It is good to hear that whatever could've occurred didn't for you and your family. I love your list of all the things you're grateful for. You've reminded me how important it is to do this from time to time.

[susan k]

i am so relieved to hear that your worst nightmare did not occur! thanks for the reminder to count our every blessings :)

[irene]

thank you all so much. xoxo

[johanna]

Thank you for sharing your experience. XO

[blackbird]

Oh
Irene -
I'm holding my breath and thanking heaven.

[Christina]

I know those moments. Glad things are instead good.

Also: Happy Birthday!

[Miz S]

I'm glad everything is okay, Irene. xoxo

[T]

I just found your blog. Great photography. I am glad to hear that things worked out for you...

[north escort]

It was certainly interesting for me to read this post. Thanks for it. I like such topics and anything that is connected to them. I definitely want to read more soon.

Kate Smith