Mid-night Music

Growing up, I can remember always hearing you listen to music during the middle of the night. You were definitely the night owl of the family. This used to DRIVE ME CRAZY especially since I shared a bedroom wall with where the computer was. Many of nights were spent with me begging you to turn down the music so I could get some rest for school the next day. And well, let's be honest.....sometimes you did and sometimes you didn't. It is safe to say that somethings never change. You still, to this day, keep me up at night. And for that I am thankful. Yes, I am thankful for the visits that you make during the middle of the night to our house.

I am thankful for when I hear Shiloh doing her soft "woof' and wag her tail in the middle of the night while Oliver remains asleep. I know it is you there to see her because you always were her favorite...frankly, I don't know how she kept me as her mom since she always loved you more. I am thankful to hear the sound of Raegan's toy in the middle of the night. Even when it plays music and says "Peek-a-boo, I see you". (Ok, I will admit that at first Tyler and I didn't know what to think but as time pass, we have come to look forward to these nights.) I am thankful that you play with Raegan's toys while she is in bed with us; you know how much I would freak out if she was in her room without me. Lastly, I am thankful for when you have chosen to visit; you always visit the night before a hard day. Valentines Day was difficult but it was made slightly easier by your visit the night before and the 6th month anniversary of you getting your wings was softened by your visit the night before.

And while I may have in the past begged you to stop waking me up at night, I now look forward to the nights I am woken up by a reminder that you are there. Thank you for watching over us and letting us know you are there. You are welcome in our home both day and night (even mid-night, if you choose).

Love you!!!