The hardest things...

This is a post from Justin and it is while he is very emotional, so feel free to skip if you would like!!

Isn't it amazing how the hardest things in life are really the greatest. These little boys came into our lives and have taught us so much. I am truly grateful for the week we have had with them. It has definitely been one of the hardest weeks of my life. I can finally understand some of the feelings it is to be a parent. The feeling of being completely exhausted, being proud of the decisions your child makes, helping them understand making good choices, and the feeling of teaching them important aspects of life.

This week has been so amazing for me. These two little boys changed very quickly. They are now more respectful and have manners. This week they learned to say "excuse me", "please", "thank you", and "sorry". They enjoyed the routines and structure within our home. They learned the importance of family time and family prayer, and in fact reminded me one night when I was soooo tired, that I had forgotten family prayer at bed time.

These boys have truly touched my life. How wonderful it is that we were able to be a small part in theirs. I just thought I would share some of my favorite things they said.

{B}- "Daddy..... I Love You"
{J}- "Doesn't it feel good to come home to a clean house?"
{B}- "Will you please be the tickley monster again?"
{J}- "Daddy, Why do your movies have ages on them?"

I will never forget how proud they were to wake up to dry underwear after we started the "Boys Who Don't Wet the Bed" club. They will definitely be missed in our home, but I know they are loving being with their mom. We will have others come into our home, and I look forward to the challenges and love they will bring.

We are truly blessed.