Couldn't Be More Proud...

I was ashamed of myself last night for going off on my kids for bickering with each other constantly and I was not a nice mommy before tucking them into bed last night. But, I must say that tonight I could not be prouder of them...and of me. I am getting a little teary-eyed as I type this.

Nothing monumental to report. Just had a great day with my great kids. I kept it all together and got it all together and we just did good. Everyone went to bed tonight happy and content. What a wonderful feeling! I know they will have sweet dreams tonight.

My oldest had his Spring Concert tonight. He got home from school to find me and the younger two playing on the trampoline. He helped himself to a snack and went down to play Wii in peace. Grandma came over around 5 as I was on the verge of losing it trying to get myself and the three of them looking decent for the night's festivities.

We were out the door by 5:30 looking swell. Had a lovely little dinner at the local pizza place. The kids ate so well and were just great! Got to the school with plenty of time to get a good seat and get the First Grader to his post.

The little ones stayed with Grandma while I walked him to his classroom and readied him for the big night. He said he wishes he was at home...I said we will be there when this is done and he will do great...HAVE FUN!

He walked in so handsomely. Presented himself on stage with a smile. He knew all the words and all the actions and performed them all with enthusiasm. He did his spoken lines wonderfully! Got back to his spot and finished out the night with a bang! The moment he spotted us in the crowd, I worried it would all be over and he would fill up with nerves again...but, a broad smile went across his face and I knew he would be fine as I gave him the "thumbs up".

He knew he was doing great and he was having a great time.

When it was all over and we went to retrieve him from his room. He said, "I am proud of myself!" I told him he should be!

I was so proud of myself, too! He is a great accomplishment of mine! I love that kid!

PS: We videotaped it all for my partner in crime who could not be here tonight to witness such smooth sailing, as he is working hard in a faraway land to keep our lives rolling along at a nice pace. We could not be prouder of him as well!