Today, Daniel (my 2 year-old cousin) smiled at me when I walked into the room and said "I remember you". And I melted. He went down for a nap and when he woke up, I had gone. He called me and asked me where I was and why did I leave. Love it! Kids are always so honest and state whatever is in their heads. Sometimes, you feel about knee high after being around them and other times, they make you feel extra special. That was how I felt today.
Before I left South Carolina, Emma, who's 3, gave me lots of hugs, told me she'd miss me and even asked me if she could go with me. She and I are somewhat kindred spirits and I will miss her. :)
They say that home is where your heart is, but I think it's also where you feel loved. It's where you are appreciated, cherished and wanted. Sometimes one's heart can be in more places than just one. And when kids steal your heart, as they have a way of doing, part of you will always feel at home wherever they may be.
2 comments:
You will always have a home here in SC. You are one of a kind and a true blessing to everyone you meet. Mayci asked about you the otherday, She still asks where Mel is when she comes to visit at the bank. Not to mention Austin told me he missed auntie Mel's snuggles lol. Bill Rainey said tell you hi and Chris said hello as well. We got your card today thanks. Take care, and keep us posted Much love and miss you! Steph!
Hey Mel . . . I like this post a lot. Feels like something I want to say sometimes - how home is not a fixed place, and has more to do with people sometimes . . . thanks for writing
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