In between tidying up, writing, and all the other things that beckon my attention, I had the privilege of sitting down for a few minutes to watch my beautiful ballerina in action.
She twirled and giggled and squealed and hopped {and posed} the entire time.
So graceful...
So elegant...
So charming...
And when she moves?
She MOVES!
Oh this girl knows how to put on a show! For years and years, I dreamed of this; of my sweet little girl doing sweet little girl things, and I'm ashamed to say that many times I let these moments go unnoticed. I'm too focused on what I think I needs to get done- you know, all that stuff in our lives- and I miss out. Not today! Not this moment!
As I watched my Isabelle Kate, and really focused on her, I saw myself as a child so clearly in her- that desire to be delighted in, to be esteemed, cherished. I watched her study her reflection in the TV screen just as I did at her age, practicing smiles and cow eyes, raising her little arms just so, and I couldn't help but giggle; but I also wondered: does she know how much God loves and adores her, how much her parents and family cherish her? Doe she really know how beautiful she is, inside and out?
She twirled and giggled and squealed and hopped {and posed} the entire time.
So charming...
And when she moves?
She MOVES!
That's
my
girl!
As I watched my Isabelle Kate, and really focused on her, I saw myself as a child so clearly in her- that desire to be delighted in, to be esteemed, cherished. I watched her study her reflection in the TV screen just as I did at her age, practicing smiles and cow eyes, raising her little arms just so, and I couldn't help but giggle; but I also wondered: does she know how much God loves and adores her, how much her parents and family cherish her? Doe she really know how beautiful she is, inside and out?
How could she NOT know? She has three adoring brothers, amazing parents including a wonderful Mom. How wonderful of you to take a moment and enjoy her. Dreams do come true!
ReplyDeleteGreat post! She is a big sweetie! I'm glad you could sit back a minute and just enjoy her precious ballet :)
ReplyDeleteOh, she's beautiful! ANd she will know - some days more than others. Found you from Design It Chic Hop. Have a great weekend!
ReplyDeleteIf she isn't the cutest thing! Love these photos.
ReplyDeleteCame over from the Friday Blog Hop.