Our morning routine at the Edwards' house includes Hyrum standing on the porch come rain, snow, sleet or hail (I wonder if he has a postal future) as he waves goodbye to the 5 other family members that leave him every morning. Most of the time it is just happy waving. Sometimes, tears.

And then he is left with Mom. Sometimes I think of Hyrum and Nathan as little latch key kids when I lock myself in the office and they are left to fend for themselves . . . which they do very well now that they can open and reach the refrigerator and any cupboard they want. I try to get my work done as quickly as I can but sometimes it can't be helped.

When I finally get take of my office manager hat and play mommy I live it up!

They are my sanity. They make me smile. They share unlimited hugs and kisses and giggles. And the other stuff that comes with the 2 and 4 year old stages . . . but that's not today's focus.

Nathan spends most of his time fluctuating between being super hero Ralph Hinckley out to save the world and brave Peter as he does a quick wardrobe change into his Narnia clothing. From cape to sword he is my little hero. He is bold enough to pray that Levi will go on a mission with Levi in the room. He isn't afraid to sing "I Belong to the Church of Jesus Christ" as we do our Walmart shopping. He isn't afraid to tell the guy doing our landscaping that he's doing an "awesome job". He can tell Erika that she needs to clean her room and she will do it. He brings me dandelions. He forgives easily. He loves unconditionally. He teaches me to be more like Christ.

Hyrum is so full of cheerful energy! His inquisitive nature keeps me on my toes and busy cleaning up messes but I love watching him experiment and learn. He isn't afraid to try new things and when he gets hurt he is quick to try again, not focusing on the failure or the disappointment. His giggle is infectious and fills our home with laughter. He teaches me to keep on trying and to laugh every chance I get. And he loves his mommy. I so wanted my last baby to be a cuddle baby and I got it. The two of us can snuggle into a perfect fit for stories, songs, and sleeping. With Hyrum in my arms the world just seems right.

These two little men are a true blessing that for 7 years I didn't think I would have. It is strange to think that in that other life I thought I would be living Justin would be my youngest. Oh, how different life would be! I choose this life. . . with my little playmates and our daily play dates.