Happy faces.

Well, my maternity leave is over and I'm wrapping up my first week back at work. The transition has been far more difficult for me this time around and I have so much to say about it...but I just can't find the words right now. Honestly, I think I'm too sad to talk about it yet.

So instead of writing I'm going to post a bazillion photos from my last few weeks of leave. We really made the most of our time at home together, and while these pictures aren't of us doing anything special, they will always be special to me. I just adore my kids. They try my patience and keep me up all night, but they are so beautiful, so happy, and so full of life. And my husband, well — he's just amazing.

So thankful that even on the toughest days at work, I have the ability to look at the sweet, happy faces of my precious family. You can bet I'll be revisiting this post a few times a day for the foreseeable future...

My front porch looking in.

I mean, really. Why would I ever want to leave my house?

A grand view.

After six years of traveling to Grand View Lodge for a wintery weekend getaway with Nate's family, I think it's safe to say we've mastered the art of relaxation.

And eating.

We're pretty good at that, too.