The Simple Things

I asked my mom today about a suggestion for a blog posting. She always comes up with great ideas for just about anything so I figured I'd pick her brain. I loved her idea about "The Simple Things". All those little things that make me smile and lighten my heart for the day when it comes to Livy. So here goes...

• Knowing that Livy's smile is 100% genuine...all of the time
• Having Livy as the best little snuggler and knowing she will never tire of it
• When shopping, she never complains, never begs and loves to window shop
• Seeing Livy with Jon...her face lightens up when she is with him
• Watching Hailey hold Livy's hand and saying "You're the best sister I've ever had!"
• Reading that Livy had a great day at school even if it only means she was able to stay awake for most of it
• Answering the questions from kids who come up and ask about Livy - I love when they aren't afraid to ask
• Knowing that the toughest things of my day do not compare to the things Livy has gone through and learning not to sweat the small stuff
• Feeling like a stronger parent/wife/friend because of all of the gifts Livy has given me
• Hearing Hailey say, "Good job Livy, hold it up a little more" when Livy tries so hard to keep her head up
• Watching Livy drift off to sleep again after waking up in the middle of the night
• Seeing Hailey's friends treating Livy with so much love and respect and being so curious and understanding

Of course it's also the simple things like Dove chocolate, a great glass of wine, and quiet time with Jon that lift the spirit too!