Grow With Love: Kids Edition (continued)

I'm still plugging along with the Grow With Love: Kids project that I started a few months back. I took a break from scrapping for a bit, but am back now and loving it! Not only do I get to have a creative outlet, I'm also writing letters and notes for my family to enjoy for years to come. That is what I call a productive hobby!

Continuing where I left off:
Day Ten: Write
Journaling: There are many hopes and dreams I have for you, my precious babies. I think the main one is that you will be content in life. God chooses to bless each of us in different ways and seemingly different degrees. Sometimes it’s easy to get frustrated or even jealous when we begin to compare our lives to those of others around us. But, rest assured, God will bless you in ways you cannot imagine. There will be low points and high points in life, and obviously it will be harder to be content in the low points, but hold on to the fact that God is in control and bring everything to him in prayer. He will carry you through, and will bring you back to that place of contentment if that is truly your heart’s desire. Make it a priority in your life!

Day Eleven: Act
Journaling: When our neighbours moved they dropped off some things for us to play with from when their kids were little. One of those things was this slushy maker called the Surf Shack. I’m not too fond of “messy activities” because frankly I don’t feel like cleaning up extra messes, but your Daddy really wanted to try it with you. He’s good like that! You had a blast and great memories were made, but we all agreed at the end of the day that we’ll wait until the warmer weather hits to try it again.

Day Twelve: Share
Journaling: Rach, you are a smartypants. You pick things up really quickly, and find great joy in learning new skills. Right now you are excelling in swimming lessons (the only one in your class that will dive to the bottom to get the rings!), and can write your name in really small letters, and I have a feeling you will even be reading soon. I’m so proud of you, Rachel!

Day Twelve: Share
Journaling: Danielle, you excel at showing affection. You LOVE to snuggle and be held and give kisses and generally drape yourself over your nearest object of affection. I really hope that never changes because I, for one, love it! You have the strongest bonds with Mommy, Daddy and Grandma. You also love to show affection toward various toys, even though you change out your favourite every week or so. Pony, Dora, Teddy, and Pooh Bear are all part of the regular rotation.
You also have a great zeal for life. Many things are a big deal and worthy of great joy to you. You love to explore and see new things. I can't wait to see what other loves you develop as you continue to grow, little one.

Day Twelve: Share
Journaling: Micah, you excel at creative play. You can pick up anything and make it into a toy. You love this little monkey suit and general pretend play. Yesterday you played camping by “roasting marshmallows” using your mini hockey stick, some polly pocket accessories and your sister’s My Little Pony castle for the “fire” (since it lights up). That is fantastic! I love your imagination - it’s truly astounding. I’m looking forward to seeing how you harness this creativity in your life.

Day Thirteen: Act

Day Fourteen: Share
Journaling: Motherhood is many things: exhausting, trying, difficult, but nobody ever warned me about how much FUN I’d have! You kids are hilarious and make me laugh every. single. day.

Day Fifteen: Share

Day Sixteen: Share
Journaling: I have big musical aspirations for you. Micah will play guitar, Rachel will play violin & Danielle will play cello. We’ll see what happens!

Day Seventeen: Reflect
Journaling: Lord's Day 1 of the Heidelberg Catechism