This weekend was full of time with this not-so-little girl.
There were moments when I was amazed at what came out of her mouth - like in the car when she not only observed it was foggy, but then crossed her arms and declared, "I can't see a thing!"
There were moments of pure delight - like when we hid together during a game of hide and seek and she couldn't stop giggling but was still trying to be quiet - I will never forget the look of anticipation on her face.
There were moments of bursting-at-the seams-love - like before dinner one night when she leaned over and whispered, "I'm glad you're here Aunt Becky."
My heart was happy this weekend.
But at the same time, I still feel like it's only part of my heart - because another part is still grieving with the victims and families who experienced the attack in Aurora. For every moment of love and laughter I experienced this weekend I was reminded of those who are coping and grieving, trying to make sense of it all.
I hugged Maddie a little tighter this weekend, unable to imagine what I would do if she were ever in danger. I took pictures, but I also let myself experience the moments with her - holding her hand instead of a camera.
Life is precious, and fleeting, and not to be taken for granted.
My thoughts, prayers, and heart are with you, Aurora.
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I am so glad you had a wonderful weekend with your dear niece. She is so adorable. The tragedy in Aurora is just horrifying. I just don't understand how people like the monster that did this exist. :(
I'm glad that you had such a wonderful weekend with your niece. She really is a little person now!
I can't stop thinking about the shooting either. It's terrifying.
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