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"A portrait of my kids, once a week, every week, in 2014"

Luca: Kindergarten. We took the leap and began our homeschool journey...you and I. 

I am so glad...so thankful we did. I have grown right along with you...You are so bright!

So eager! I know that one day I will look back on these learning moments and be grateful

that I didn't let fear overcome my heart. I am honored to have been there when you read

your first words... solved your first math problems... watched as you discovered how

things work... I can't describe that feeling...but humbled is a good place to start. 

Canaan: Peaceful scenes. I catch myself grasping for the tiny glimpses of

the sweet toddler that is so quickly disappearing and who is transforming

into a no-more-baby-cheeks little boy...I just sit and admire that sweet face

and how strong you are... I see you fighting to be bigger...like your brother... but still not

quite there...in-between... the frustration of having all these words yet not quite sure

how all of them work... your contagious belly laughs...and mischievous smile...

make my heart so happy...

and then I see you sleep...and I pray for time to stand still.

Neiva: My forever pal...my laundry folding buddy... always on my hip...or close

by... my little chatty lady... such a joy. I could kiss and cuddle those baby rolls all day long

...

and still wouldn't have enough. 

I can't believe you are about to start eating 

baby foods... and high chairs...and teeth...and all the things big girls have/do...I confess...I'm not sure 

I'm ready to give up my little newborn girl... but you're the sweetest baby girl of all.

My little blessing. 

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