The lights are dim. The muffled sounds of a soothing lullaby disc waft through the closed door of the baby’s room and into the living room. The day is done and the house, and the family that reside within, are settled in for the night. The day has been spent in celebration. Blessing and celebrating a life. My life. Hugs …
The Race of My Heart
I nun-ing, Ma-ma….I na fass-iss! “You are the fastest! Go!!” I watch you run as fast as your pudgy little feet will take you, full cheeks bouncing in ecstasy at the freedom you have to just run; jump; be. You climb on the chairs, color a picture, stacks blocks, and “read” books. Oh, the books. I have them all memorized …
To My Pink Princess
I look at you today in your checked dress, big pink flower in your hair, lovely, huge smile on your face. Today, you are 5. In so many ways it seems as though you have been in our family from the beginning, and yet I can’t believe it’s already been 5 years since you made your grand appearance! You were …