I worry a lot. About lots of things. But the kids? Nothing beats your children for sheer volume of neurosis per minute. Are they happy? Are they healthy? Are we doing the right things?Are we helping them to be strong and confident? The list is long, and nothing ever gets permanently crossed off. Every now and then, my children send me messages that fill me with joy. It comes in the unguarded moments, when they are playing, oblivious to anyone watching or listening. Or in Abby’s case, when she draws. In her packet of school papers that came home today, there were three drawings, all of her family. One, drawn inside a heart, showed Herb and I with Abby inbetween, and me holding Sissy, still a baby. We’re all wearing crowns, except Camille. The royalty theme continues in a second drawing of Abby and me, both with crowns and long flowing hair (go figure). But my favorite is a drawing of all us in a field of flowers. We’re all holding flowers, Herb and I are holding hands, and the flowers are as big as we are. And everyone’s smiling. If this is how she sees her world, I guess we’re doing something right. I love you, sweetie.
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Susie, you are right, you will always and forever worry. But she will continue to reassure you and bring untold joy to your life. I love you, sweetie! I think you guys are doing an amazing job with the kids. Love you!
xo,
Anna
Oh, Susan, what a gift! I can’t imagine getting such a picture from a child. Would make it all worthwhile I would think. I so agree with Anna — you guys ARE doing an AMAZING JOB with the kids! They are healthy, happy and GOOD! Love you so much!
Ritsey
I love the picture! It really shows how happy she is with her family. Love to all. Mom
Oh wow Suzie, that is go great. I don’t know why I am such a wet napkin, this made me get all teary eyed. What a geek! Anyway, you guys are amazing parents with amazing children!