Tonight we served dinner at the local mission with our small group. As I was packing trays of enchiladas into coolers to take with us, Elisa asked why I had made so much food. I explained that God had blessed us with an abundance, and that tonight, we were going to share with others who don't have enough food to eat. She thought for a moment, and then said, "Mommy, I would like to share, too." So she grabbed another cooler, and wandered around the kitchen filling it with her favorite foods: a package of mac and cheese, a handful of fruit leathers, Ziploc bags stuffed with crackers. Then she said, "We should share a soda. Grown-ups like soda." So in went one of Uncle Forrest's Mountain Dews. "Do you think that's enough, Mom?" She surveyed the bounty and added, "I'm learning to think of other people, Mommy. That makes God happy."
Yes, sweetheart, it does. I love seeing the tender side of my little fiery girl. She makes Jesus grin, don't you think?
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Oh how I miss my little Elisa. This brought tears to Nana's eyes. You and Erik are doing such an incredible job training your precious girls. I know that Great Grandma Pearl is tearing up along with Boppa, too.
It was really fun to peak into your world tonight. Looks like you guys are doing well and enjoying life in the US. We miss you all! I might have to read some of the books you mentioned...I just find it so hard to find time to read these days with the boys. When do you sneak in your reading times during the day or week? Looking for some ideas honestly. XX Jill
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