Preparations

We're leaving.. for almost a month! I'm excited, but also a little nervous that I won't remember everything I need to bring. So, I make lists. My BF jokes that I makes lists of my lists to keep it all organized, which isn't quite true, but close.
I'm a little nervous about driving across the country (1800 miles one way) with three kids, but I also remember the amazing trips my mom took me and my brother on when we were growing up, and I feel like it's my turn, and I want to make those kinds of memories with MY kids. I also want to know that I can do it. I've planned and prepared for this trip for over three months, and now I have to wait one more week before we can get in the car and drive. I have lists of things to do to keep me busy, so I won't drive myself crazy. YAY for road trips.

New birth.

I know this is strange.. but hopefully today my children will have a new half sister. I remember the wonder I felt after the birth of each of my children. This song goes out to my kids' newest half sibling, and her mother, who I can finally call my friend.

I just heard this song for the first time on Pandora. I really love the lyrics and the haunting melody.

In My Arms by Plumb on the album Blink

Your baby blues
So full of wonder
Your curly cues
Your contageous smile
And as I watch
You start to grow up
All I can do is hold you tight

Knowing clouds will rage
And storms will race in
But you will be safe in my arms
Rains will pour down
Waves will crash all around
But you will be safe in my arms

Story books full of fairy tales
Of kings and queens and the bluest skies
My heart is torn just in knowing
You'll someday see the truth from lies

Knowing clouds will rage
And storms will race in
But you will be safe in my arms
Rains will pour down
Waves will crash all around
But you will be safe in my arms

Castles they might crumble
Dreams may not come true
But you are never all alone
Because I will always
Always love you

Clouds will rage
And storms will race in
But you will be safe in my arms
Rains will pour down
Waves will crash all around
But you will be safe in my arms