5 years ago today

Five years ago, today, was a VERY special day. I remember most of the details very clearly. Bailey and I were driving home from Gracie's house in Camarillo. In those days Krissy and I, with only one child each, spent EVERY moment together. Most days we just hung out at home playing or walking to the park. If we were extremely adventurous and felt like getting out of our sweat pants we took the girls to the mall. And if we were at the mall you can bet we stopped at Hot Dog on a Stick and Coffee Bean and Tea Leaf. Our trip was also sure to include a portrait session of the girls in matching Gymboree outfits. We kept the Picture People in business.

This particular day, however, we just lounged around the house. Mostly because of the fact that I was pregnant and Krissy let me barf in her bathroom all day while she took care of the girls. Anyway, Bailey and I were heading home for naps when out of the blue my VERY MATURE 2 year old told me she wanted to ask Jesus to come into her heart. Yes, to answer your question, we talked about JESUS all of the time. Bailey knew how much Jesus loved her. Her question was not strange for me at all. I tried to persuade her to wait until we were home with Daddy but she would not have it. She had a sense of urgency (like most 2 year old girls) that would not be squelched. So there we were on the 101 Northbound praying to Jesus. It was one of the most precious moments of my life...tender, without reserve.

Today we celebrated Bailey spiritual birthday. She woke up to a special note from mom and dad telling her how proud we are of her and how much we love. My friend, Jeanne, made her a very special purse that I filled with a book, cd and another note. This one was from Daddy. He included a Starbucks gift card and told her to use it to treat her friends to a special breakfast. Bailey was ECSTATIC!


The best part of the morning was actually our time at Starbucks. When I shared the significance of the day with the girls I think they all felt special to be a part of it. We each took turns praying for Bailey...and yes, I was super choked up. I felt so honored to be a part of my daughters life and her spiritual journey. I hope to never miss out on moments like these.