As we were driving home yesterday my Shasta girl sleepily stated, "I wish today would never end... it's been the best day". And my momma heart swelled a bit inside of me because I know what it means to treasure a moment. I watched her take in delights and live the magic of watching her son play at the beach for the first time. As for Chris? He made epic leaps and bounds in my book... watching him play with Jayden at the park... seeing his face light up as Jayden crawled up play structure stairs... reaching for his son's hand to walk over to the next fun "thing". I was so thankful to be a part... to follow around adjusting my settings and focusing on their happy faces, clicking away to capture some of that family magic. Another very special part of the day was walking into Jayden's great-grandma's home with the camera and plugging it in so that not only she could "oooh and aaah" over the pictures, but so could Jayden's great-great-grandma! How wonderful to see the joy spread over their faces and yet even more wonderful that they were able to play with Jayden in person. He brings such light and happiness to everyone. Here are my favorite photos of the day:
To laugh often and much; To win the respect of intelligent people and the affection of children; To earn the appreciation of honest critics and endure the betrayal of false friends; To appreciate beauty, to find the best in others; To leave the world a bit better, whether by a healthy child, a garden patch or a redeemed social condition; To know even one life has breathed easier because you have lived. This is to have succeeded.
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