Jan. 25th

Today we are tired. Tired - but 'good' tired. We have been busy and I look at the activity as a sign of our current state of well-being. Robert is working the 8 hour days. He typically goes in early and gets home early. Bryce likes to have his Daddy pick him up at the bus stop. Trey often asks where Daddy is during the day and tells me that he wants Daddy to come home.
The boys have been having play dates and the world seems to revolve around them again. This is a good thing when you are three and six. Bryce had a school friend over and will reconnect with some of his old preschool friends tomorrow on his day off. Trey has had a neighbor friend over and we have babysat a friend's baby twice in the last couple of weeks. We went out to dinner with friends on Fri. night and had friends to the house on Sat. Time spent eating, talking, and playing- great! Last weekend we went to Robert's work party and spent the night downtown. We enjoyed the time there and the opportunity to sleep in. Knowing that the boys were camping out at their aunt & uncle's and with their cousins gave us nothing but time to ourselves.
All of this activity has been made easier because of the fact that we are well and because of the fact that we are surrounded by good people who care and always wish us well. Surrounding yourself around good people gives you energy to stay positive in your life. There is so much that is difficult to understand, but one thing that is obvious is that - having good people in your life is the most important gift received. We have received many gifts in our lives and we love you all.
We watched Extreme Home Makeover tonight and I was struck by a comment made by the new home owner. He expressed his amazement at the fact that so many people gave their efforts to help his family without receiving any benefits themselves. While I understood his thinking, I couldn't help but to think of the fact that everyone who volunteered to help him had given and gift and received a gift as well. By giving to others they understood the joy & satisfaction that comes with helping others. They understood the power that we all have to make a difference. They must have felt a deep sense of gratification for their part in impacting and making someones life better. It doesn't take an enormous act of building a house to make an impact in someones life - it can be the 'little things' that impact others.

Jan. 20th

Today was good, as every day has good in it. Today the boys witnessed history happening and I found myself feeling emotional. Whether you liked the outcome of the election or not - there is power in the way that so many were drawn together and hopeful for the future. We want so much for the boys to live in a world where they are inspired by possibilities, motivated by the belief that they are capable, and encouraged to dream 'big dreams' with the understanding that they can come true.
The inspiration that we have gained from each other in times of crisis has motivated us to appreciate our blessings. Today - I express my appreciation for the people who care for us and our children. Our appreciation for the understanding that our boys are well - so - we are well. And- our appreciation for the opportunity to talk to others and share our story with honesty and openness. Today was a good day.

Hope your day was good.

Jan. 11th

The Kinberg family is doing well and we have all been busy and active. The boys are still trying to play with all of the new toys that they have received during the holidays. We have been adjusting to the boys going back to school and Robert going back to work after periodic days off during the holiday season. Robert is feeling well and we are thankful to be able to play together.

This morning when I woke up and I didn't know the date. This is not an uncommon occurrence and can be good or bad depending on the perspective and circumstances of the day. If we are unaware of the date because we are wrapped up in the moment and focused on the events taking place in our lives, then time time/date is not important. However, after discovering the date I realized that I had forgotten to take Bryce to a birthday party yesterday. I write about it only to emphasize that we all have moments of regret that can not be resolved, but that we must try and accept and rectify later. I have no excuse for my forgetfulness and can not understand how this happened. I feel terrible. I am thankful for the consideration of others who did nothing but try and make me feel better. The kindness of others who do not take my actions - in this case non-actions - personally and only laugh with me in my attempt to express my sorrow. People can be and are often more forgiving of others than we are to ourselves.