Stickers and Valentines

Busy day ahead with the rehab class then a visit with Natalie, Winnie and Oliver. Ethan is in Japan for a week on a business trip so it is going to be a long week for Natalie without him. They have done an amazing job raising Winnie and now Oliver. Both outstanding parents.

Oliver is in love with stickers. We usually stick them on his clothing and even his forehead. I found small sticker books for just $1 each and some cute chocolate filled Valentine's hearts at CVS last weekend. I'll have lots of paper and markers out for them when they arrive then we will work into a snack. Sometimes the snacks turn into dinner, which might happen today.

Winnie is going to make some cocktail-sized crescent rolls stuffed with small little smokies. Perfect activity for her age and also to pass the time since it might be raining outside. Last week, she and Oliver spent a lot of time exploring our backyard together without us. It was a big moment. Oliver was alone without an adult for the first time. It was fun to watch from the windows as Winnie gave him a tour of the secret garden, the swing and even a taste from the rosemary bush. They then picked a few lemons and we made lemonade which she declared, "Delicious!"

I love being around little kids. So much positive energy! And I just melts when Winnie gets really quiet then touches my arm and says, "I love you," and really means it from her heart. I am blessed.