One of the things we're most grateful for is our friends. N's family doesn't live close and my family is small, so we like to bridge that gap with friends. We're so blessed to be part of a church and small group that want to encourage, support and love on us. They've accepted us without question, which if you know us, that's no small thing!
One of the biggest blessings has come in the form of friends for Zoe. Being an only child most of the time makes it difficult for her to relate to kids her age. She can be in a room full of other kids and want to play with the adults. To have her form friendships with children who come from homes that value the same foundations that we do is immeasurable.
To have friends who will play dress-up, as either a pirate or a princess, well, that's just something this mom would like to personally thank each of the children. Perhaps buy them something special, like gold. I can only explain how hard it is for mommy to wear a size 4T Sleeping Beauty costume to Zoe so many more times before she stops asking.
To invite us to their house for a lovely dinner. Then throw in a trip to their chicken coop, a ride on their swingset and to sit around a campfire to roast smores. That kind of love just warms the heart of this mother. Not to mention having time to socialize with another mother who is also chasing her kids around, wiping noses and having her eyes in 600 places at one time. It's nice to find people who are a kindred spirit and have an understanding that being distracted doesn't mean lack of interest.
Most importantly, to be loved on just because they can and want to.
It's not uncommon for Zoe to wake up asking what her friends are doing and if we can play with them. Or including them, by name, in her prayers before bed. After all the fun times she's had with them, it's safe to say they're in her heart.
I think it's one of God's greatest blessings. To have your child have good friends, but to also have their mommies and daddies as your good friends too. They add a depth to life that makes each memory a little more colorful and each get together a little more exciting.
Thank you friends for loving on us, accepting us and making our weeks brighter. Our life wouldn't be the same without you.
Well, we'll see what you say tomorrow after you see that post!
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