It really isn't all that bad. There are lots of times that she is off playing with her siblings. But, as I snuggled in next to her on my bed tonight and we watched a movie, it hit me. She has very little, if any, memory of a mother. She was abandoned at 1.5 years old. Kristyn was in a pretty good orphanage, but there was no one on one time. You didn't give and get hugs and kisses as you passed by the nannies. Watching them wash dishes, do laundry, and cook while giving you attention and trying to answer all of your questions wasn't an option. And... snuggling while watching a movie was unheard of! These feelings, experiences, and common place events in our lives and our children's lives can be so easily taken for granted. I am thankful that Meilynn, Kaitlyn, Addisyn, and Ryan no longer find hugs, kisses, and cuddle time out of the ordinary. It is just expected, part of what makes us a family. It's so easy to forget that there are many kiddos who don't have this. Such a simple thing. Something that doesn't cost money or take lots of energy. So, I learned my lesson. I will be hugging my kiddos a little tighter. I will try my best to remember to drop whatever it is I am doing and take time for a little cuddle, because everything else will wait. And, as I already do, I will continue to cherish every time I hear them tell each other, "I love you"! For there is no greater joy!!!
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