playground fun and love

How can you look at these pictures and not fall madly deeply in love? These girls are such an awesome gift. I could never have imagined finding such joy and pleasure in the everyday as I have since becoming a Momma. This morning Mya woke to Claire standing by her crib saying in her sweet little voice, "Good morning beautiful girl." I bought Claire a new pink water bottle this morning, to which she replies, "Ooo La La, I love it." In that moment, the world stopped and I took note. I love, love, love these kids. It is going to be a squelcher today, so we got out early. I took them to a great little playground that is nice and peaceful. Mya, the little dare devil that she is, skipped right over the toddler appropriate apparatus and ventured off for the big stuff. Moments later, she has mastered the first step and is onto the next. The little bugger even tackled the huge slide. We visited this park last mother's day and Chris went on the slide, but admitted that it was a bit too high for his comfort. I guess this little monster takes after me. I can be pretty bold as far as heights and thrills go. Probably moreso when I was younger, but I still am good with tall rides and things like that. It was fun. Claire did as Claire does and went right for the swings. The girl is in love with flying through the air. Higher, faster, higher is her motto. Yesterday at Alison's, Claire was running down the driveway pushing Mya in the little tikes car--both laughing hysterically. Everyday is filled with moments like these. Funny things said, laughs, giggles and smiles galore. I. am. in. love.

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Anonymous said…

Those pictures are awesome..I love those girlies too...only wish I could appreciate them daily as well!

Love ya,
Counting down the days til we see you all!

J

June 21, 2010 at 6:05 AM

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