Many times in life, we have those small moments that could completely go over looked...but if we slow down and pay attention...they can become moments that mean a lot. This morning I had one of those moments...
Addison loves dresses, like most little girls. She love the kind that are fluffy and that are long so that they look beautiful when she spins and twirls. Her absolutely favorite dress is a purple dress that she begs me to wear frequenly, but since it isn't my favorite...she rarely gets to wear it in public. Today I had promised I would let her wear it to church and she had been excited all morning. I went to try to iron it and had forgotten to turn down the heat and I completely melted the top of her dress and ruined it. She had been sitting beside me watching...and I saw her look of dissapointment when she realized what I had done. I turned to her and apologized that I had ruined her dress. She was crushed...and her whole demeanor showed it, but she turned to me and said, "it's okay, Mommy...I still love you."
As I mentioned, it was a very simple moment, but it taught me a lot. That dress meant very little to me...but it was one of her most prized treasures...and I ruined it. But without any hesitation..she forgave me. I pray that I might learn from her example...and forgive easily!
That you sweet Addie for a precious moment today...
that was SO
much fun!
And for the record...I was there, but I am ALWAYS the one behind the camera capturing memories. (Hint, Hint...Larry! )
I'm RICH!
Ohio. They had cheap flights from here to Las Vegas, so we jetted off. We rented a car in Vegas and drove to St. George.
We had great laughs, great food, and a great time!
My little girl is growing up so fast!!! Today was her last day of school and now she is a big first grader! This is her teacher, Mrs. Wolf. Aana adored her and learned so much this year. I truly believe as parents that it is our job to teach our children in the home...those important lessons of values, standards, etc....but I am so grateful for a good public education where my daughter gets to learn so much more!!
She is adorable, to me though...even in undies with peanut butter on her face! 
Kids are amazing...and it is so FUN watching them discover and explore life! They don't mind who catches them staring at themselves. They know they are beautiful and will tell you they ARE princesses. They are confident in themselves and have a real ZEST for life. I hope I can help my daughters keep that quiet confidence...and the knowledge that they they ARE children of God!
Day 4...last day! We went to the Seattle Aquarium where we saw seals, sea lions, octopus, fish, and more. The girls got to make crafts, get their faces painted, and had a great time! After that we headed to the North Bend Outlet mall, and headed home.
