Rose Colored Glasses

 It's funny how after you have a child
you begin to experience everything through her eyes.  It's as if you suddenly have a filter over your eyes, seeing life sharper and softer both at the same time.  

I just experienced my second thanksgiving as a mom.  My first without my father.  Gratitude took on a entirely new meaning.  I am so thankful to have had a father who loved me unconditionally.   I am so immensely blessed to be able to love my daughter unconditionally.  To love and be loved.  There really is nothing else that matters.

Josslyn did great over the holiday.  She had a blast exploring at Aunt Jill's and as always felt right at ease at Aunt Amy's and Uncle Tony's.  The food was delicious and the company was home.

It is a a humbling thing to see the world through happiness and gratitude.  Thank you Daddy and Josslyn for that filter.

17 Months

Loves:

Saying bye and uh oh

Minnie Mouse

Popsicles 

Running away when it's time to get dressed

Teasing jeter with food

Riding her pillow racer

Taking a bath

Brushing her teeth

Going bye bye

A snugly blanket

Hates:

The word no and not getting her way!

Smiles trump all

My baby girl and the Barrett's visited the farm for the second time this past weekend.  Well, the 2nd time for Jossy.  She loved it!  Even in the rain I was happy to be there because it brought the kids so much joy.  My friend Amy laughs at me for my contentment at the farm, as she knows petting zoos so aren't my thing .  But seeing Josslyn smile is my thing, so I will love the farm!  A bitter-sweet moment was when I realized my darling twins, the first smiles that made me take on the farm, are almost too big to ride the ponies!  Thank God they still find joy and awe in the animals and experience.  And Jossy finds joy and awe being with them!

Little haunts