12 Years and Counting...

Over Memorial Day weekend, Darren and I celebrated our 12th wedding anniversary. It's hard to fathom that we have been together this long. I still feel like a teenager inside- But a little wiser now.

We had such a pleasant evening. We had sushi for dinner, stopped and bought some chocolate desserts and then sat out in the courtyard of Levis Commons. It was a gorgeous evening. Perfect temperature, the sun was setting, and we had great conversation. We talked about our where we are now, dreams for our family, and plans for the next few years as our children get older. I wish we could have more days like this together.

I love you babe!

Love Notes

Little notes with crayon scribbles, stickers, hearts and stick people. He signs his name in such a childlike way... G - backwards 'a' - tiny r - n - giant little e - tiny r.

A seashell covered in heart stickers. I piece of sea glass covered in smiley face stickers. A single picked dandelion.

These are Garner's love notes.

This is his way of showing me love. He likes to shower me with these love notes made from whatever he can find. He never keeps any for himself. He always gives them to me.

From this I know my son has a generous heart. Even though he doesn't want to share his toys sometimes. Deep down he really is compassionate. He longs to show and receive love in this way.

Lord, Help me to remember to love as deeply as my own son.