Today was quite the eventful day. Last night I called my mother-in-law to see if the kids and I could come hang out for a few hours...just to get some R and R and let the kids play outside. Well, what went from a few hours turned into a whole day. Arlene called me this morning and asked if she could pick me some strawberries so I could make my jam for this year. What a HUGE blessing. I was just going to forget about picking berries and making jam...but then my wonderful mother-in-law comes through for me! Then on top of it all, she willingly gave of her time today to help the kids and I. I was able to get some rest in the midst of making jam and the kids playing because she was such a huge help.
From today I learned how to sacrificially give...even when it is hot, sticky and just not much fun. She really is always willing to give of herself no matter what. I admire this in her and hope that as I grow older (and wiser!) I can learn this character trait!
Popsicles! Oh what a summer treat! 
Hey sissy...you going to eat all that?!