I Love Being Lizzy's Mom

Lizzy has been an absolute sweetheart the past few days. I just have to hurry and record some of the things she has said and done before she starts acting like a 4-year-old again and I forget how sweet she really is.

*About a week ago, I wasn't feeling well, some weird stomach thing. When I mentioned to her that I felt a little sick so I couldn't play with her, she took me by the hand, walked me to the couch and made me lie down. She then spread her favorite blanket on top of me and brought me as many dolls and toys as she could possibly fit on top of me. The best part - she patted my cheek, gave me a kiss on the forehead and repeated the phrase, "It's all going to be ok."

* On Monday morning I was trying to get out the door to institute. I was running a little bit behind but my overactive son was making it absolutely impossible to get out the door. Out of pure frustration (but gently) I took Ben to the car and strapped him in his carseat to stay there until I was completely ready. I felt guilty but knew that if he would just hold still, without creating any disasters at that stressful time, I would be able to get us all in the car in 5 minutes instead of 10-15. (I left all the doors open and the door to the garage open...anyway)I peeked out at him about 2 minutes later just to make sure he was ok and what did I see? Lizzy had gone out to the car with some books and was reading to Ben to help them pass the time.

*Lizzy had her 4-year check-up last week. She was to get 4 shots that day. To help her have courage I told her to squeeze my hands as tightly as she could so she wouldn't feel as much pain. (psych thing) She did, and 4 shots and just a few tears later, we were on our way to get a Dilly Bar at DQ. Later that evening I started getting a headache. Lizzy saw me taking a couple of tylenol and asked me what was wrong. When I told her, she took my hands and told me to squeeze hers really tight so I wouldn't feel the pain.

*I asked Lizzy if she wanted to give the Family Home Evening lesson on Monday. For some reason I haven't had her do this yet but I decided it was about time she started. I told her we would work on her lesson while Ben took a nap. Once Ben fell asleep, however, I started some other chores. Lizzy found my scriptures, brought them to me and said, "Mommy, would you like to come to my room and help me know what the Lord wants us to do for Family Home Evening tonight?" (I'm not joking) I, of course, dropped everything and went with this spiritual giant to her room to learn how to better communicate with the Lord.

I know there is more. I will add to this post as I the rest come to mind.
I just have to say how grateful I am for this sweet angel in my home. She amazes me every day. I'm not saying she's perfect, I refuse to be the mom who thinks her kids do no wrong. She is however, so close to our Father in Heaven. Her prayers are sweet, sincere and filled with love. I've said it before, and I'll say it again, it is a joy and honor to be her mother.