As I mother my sweet daughter I have found that she is teaching me all the time. Sometimes it's a matter of reminding me of those day to day things that are important. Sometimes she is helping me experience something I didn't have at her age. Sometimes it's a reminder to take the time in the little moments, because they are rushing by, and once gone we just can't get them back.
So, I have seen my world anew through the eyes of a child, and it takes my breath away.
Makenna has reminded me......
*Chores are part of this life. They teach us responsibility, how to love work, and help us to build our character, but sometimes you just gotta sit IN the laundry and take a break.....
*Who needs FAO Schwarz, when you have a sturdy office box? Well, and Grandma to make it fun!
*Perfect hair is overrated. Spend a little less time worrying about how you look and a little more time on how you feel. Have fun and appreciate this marvelous little body you have been given. It's perfect!
*Oh, the nurturing a full belly, warm sunshine, and soft blankie can have on the soul.
*The people who love you might have a laugh or two at your expense, but it's totally based on love.
*The bathtub can be a water park wonderland if you stop long enough to just enjoy it.
*Sometimes you think you know it all and end up getting in a little over your head. It's okay to ask for help. It's even okay to pleeeeead!
*Oh, the magic of Christmas......the magic of those things that money cannot buy. The magic, the lights, the sounds and smells.....don't forget to take it all in and keep it close, because Jesus is there.
*Remember what it is like to nuzzle me.....how I smell, the sounds I make. And how much does my Daddy love me.
*The value of being held closely by someone who loves you so much. Don't be quick to pull away. It is a moment to be reverenced.....
