Memorial Box Monday: Precious Moments

This morning, like just about every morning, my daughter snuck quietly into my bedroom, rubbed my arm and softly informed me, "Mommy, it's time to get up."

Like every morning, I opened my eyes (begrudgingly. Morning comes too early!) and gave her the really-you-must-be-kidding-it's-too-early glare. She smiles broadly, "Or do you want to hit the snooze button?" By the way, that question comes from years of marriage and me asking if I can hit the snooze just one more time.

I reached out from under the snuggly covers and patted her on the head. She giggled and ran out the door yelling, "Daddy, she hit the snooze button!"

Even if I am ready to get up, I think I'll always hit the snooze button just to hear her laugh.

God called our family to adopt Ellie. We knew what we'd provide for her: a safe home, love, physical, emotional and spiritual nourishment, opportunity, family. We knew she'd add a new dimension to our family. I never anticipated how great her gift would be. Thank you, God, for the gifts you gave us through Ellie: playfulness, a generous heart, a nurturing spirit, and joy. We love you, sweet pea.

I can't capture the sound of her laugh for our memorial box. I can include this picture - classic Ellie!

Ellie's first day of kindergarten. She's our special gift.

Goofing off with her friends!

Memorial Box Monday started at "A Place Called Simplicity." A friend of mine introduced me to it last week, and I love it! love it! love it!!! Memorial Box Monday provides an opportunity to remember all the good things God has done. Huge, gigantic things and little things that might seem insignificant. God's word is clear: "Cast every care on Me, for I care for you." (1 Peter 5:7).