Stating the Obvious

It's funny how kids like to point out the obvious. Amelie likes to announce if someone has tooted, or tell you what color everything is. She also is starting to understand that things match, so she finds two of the same color and asks "this match"?

My favorite is when she is upset and crying, she will say "Amelie crying" or "Amelie happy". It's obvious that she is crying, but I wonder if she is trying to convince herself that she is happy, like maybe it's the only way she is going to pull through such devastation, by screaming out "Amelie happy".

She can be very emotional and while she has a strong personality, she is very sensitive and caring. I didn't notice this in full force until Brielle came along. Amelie truly loves her and it's a blatant answer to prayer. I did not expect her to love Brielle. I expected jealousy and frustration and she is none of that. She wants Brielle in her life and she wants to nurture her and protect her. One of the most amazing feelings a mom can have is for her children to truly love each other and even like each other.

Thank you God for this blessing. This is how you show yourself to me. :)