Big sister

As we gathered all the necessary items to get ready to head to Grandma and Grandpa McDaniels house for Payton's weekly Tuesday night sleepover (which she gets excited for each and every time):) Payton quickly ran to the bathroom. I said, "Do you need help?" and she matter-of-fact replied, "No mom, don't worry about me you just take care of Kale." While this statement may seem simple and something that I shouldn't read into, I am because that's what I do (right Russ):) She has grown so much in the past two months since starting preschool - the change is indescribable and yet so amazing to witness. From being able to spell her own name, recognize letters while we're driving in the car to the person-like figures she can now draw on paper (which used to be just scribbles) I think I am watching her grow before my very eyes and I am a bit sad at how quickly it is all happening. Obviously we are proud of both of our kids and with every new stage of their lives we reflect on our own and realize how blessed we truly are - even if she says she doesn't need me - I know she does and will for a while to come!

Here's to a month of Thanksgiving.....:)