BECAUSE

Because sometimes dad's shoes are more fun than your own.

Because sometimes your day just wears you right out!

Because sometimes you just need to grocery shop in style.

Because sometimes a fort makes everything more fun.

Because sometimes traditional studying methods just don't work for you.

Because sometimes you just need a pool day.

Because sometimes you're up early enough to catch beauties like this.

(Ok let's be real, Tim is up early enough for this kind of thing)

Because sometimes your little hairs start getting long enough for big girl hair-do's.

Because sometimes you just want to paint.

Because sometimes you can't believe how fast they are growing, 

and still can't believe how blessed you are to have your counter tops and memory boxes 

full of papers like these.

Because sometimes your sister is awesome at counting and is the best story time reader.

Because sometimes your husband builds you kitchen shelves 

and you want to try your hand at live herbs.

Because sometimes you get a haircut, and nobody really notices, 

but you feel like a whole new woman anyway.

Because sometimes you need your toilet seat decorated 

(Design by Brinlee Borup)

Because sometimes you feel really crummy 

and just want to cuddle with a beach ball in a steamy bath.

Because sometimes you still feel crummy and need someone who can sympathize.

Because sometimes you are trying to sing your toddler to bed, but she serenades you instead.

Because sometimes you realize how awesome and creative your 4-year-old is.

Because sometimes mom is the best at hide and seek.

Because sometimes you need a wild-haired little helper.

Because sometimes you run over the cell phone cord with the vacuum, 

and your 4-year-old has to text dad right away and tattle on you, complete with photo proof.

Because sometimes upside down goggles are at the height of fashion.

Because sometimes,

it's the littlest parts of your day 

that bring the most smiles and make your life the most fabulous,

and make you feel the most blessed,

and make you wonder how in the world you got so very lucky!