Larsen's Loop

moments in mothering

  • An Afternoon Nap

      Ahhh a nap! Truly one of lives greatest pleasures. Especially when I have worked so hard this morning. Up at 5:10 a.m. to go to the gym. Cleaning, mothering and organizing my household. Then something aligned perfectly this afternoon… Continue reading

  • Cupcakes for a Friend

    Tastiest Cupcakes ever and made with Love Mimi and Miguel   My all too cute kiddos decided to make their friend Britton some cupcakes since he had broken his arm. This was all their idea, both are very compassionate. Mimi… Continue reading

  • What a cute Pair

    These two were truly meant to come as a pair.  Mikayla has always kept him in line and Miguel is her brother who is a natural leader and unafraid to take charge. this morning when Mikayla woke up for 6… Continue reading

  • A Calm and Serene Place

    When others become combative, confrontational, disrespectful, rude, loud or out of control- I must remember that their is wisdom in choosing to measure my few words carefully and then quieting myself after. In this case silence truly can prove to be… Continue reading

  • Honesty Hurts (OUCH)

    Conversation last night over dinner with my Miguel and Mikayla: Miguel: The aid at our school might help me get a new locker.  She’s really nice. Mikayla:  How old is she? Miguel: I don’t know I never asked her. Mom:  That’s… Continue reading

  • Teaching Self Sufficiency

    I used to think when someone around me was dealing with a problem I must do all within my power to help them. To a certain degree this is a Christ like and wonderful intention to have,  after all the scriptures teach us that… Continue reading

  • Sowing Sweet Relationships

    Relationships are formed by what two people put into them.  They are reciprocal and cannot be formed without each others consent and effort.  Being merely related to a person, does not necessarily mean you automatically form a bond with that… Continue reading

  • My Greatest Joys

      These five children of ours have been one of my greatest sources of joy!  Through them I have learned more fully how to love and appreciate 5 very different individuals.  They each possess their own strengths, talents and abilities.  Together we are… Continue reading

  • My Angel

    Have you ever slept next to an angel?                                                              My daughter is my angel. She’s light and love and peace. She wakes me with her morning knock, when I am sound asleep. I hear her feet come shuffling in,  a… Continue reading

  • My Miguel

    First Cry, welcoming a new life. The sound, heralding heavens newest arrival. Sweet innocence, Heaven’s perfect gift. Fills my arms with tenderness and love like I have never felt. Joy fills my soul, as I look at you. You are evidence… Continue reading