I need to quiet the noise.
I’m not talking about the physical noise in my home (though it does rise to epic levels with 4 little ones running around.)
No, I’m talking about the constant noisy buzz that comes with our culture.

Some people can find a balance between (social) media and “real life”.
I can’t.
For me, they are intermingled.
I find worth in the comments and likes.
I find acceptance.
And value.
(sigh)

:: Ellie screaming in the car.
Selah singing “Hush little baby. Stop crying. Hush little baby.”
Ellie stopping to listen.

:: Icing smeared smiles.

:: Little hands helping with dinner.

Want to entertain your kids for HOURS? 
Fill up a kiddie pool with water and add bubble bath. 
Simple. Easy. Fun. 
Seriously. My girls played in here ALL DAY LONG! 

I’ve missed this space.
This place where I can pour out my heart.

Where I can share silly stories.
Or fun recipes.
Or just simply document our family exactly as we are today.
In this moment.

But lately, life has felt a little like it’s on fast forward.
Sometimes the days feel long and yet also feel like they are gone in the blink of an eye.
(know what I mean?)

And I just don’t have time (or energy, or creativity) to come on here…
but I miss it.

I miss you.
Yes, YOU!!

I am still getting use to having four littles.
Four.