As long as I’m cleaning the house, it’s nice to have my 3 year-old sidekick to follow me around holding a cleaning wipe dancing around with twirls, leaps and pure sweetness.

My sister Sarah, brother-in-law Gordon and their kids have been staying with us the last few days while visiting the Huntington Beach side of their family. Waking up to cousins to play with has been especially fun for our kids and has provided plenty of entertainment to keep my kids busy and happy. James was disappointed when he found out they were only staying here for a few days. Somehow he missed the memo that their visit wasn't long-term. I was sad when they left this morning and reminded of the blessing we enjoy of having them be part of our lives.