I love these kids
Annie has been home on fall break and it’s been so wonderful. When she heads back to school on Monday my heart will hurt again – I miss her when she’s gone.
Of course she will be thrilled – she ran downstairs this morning and the first words out of her mouth were “Do I get to go to school today?” Don’t worry about my feelings, kiddo, really. I’ll try not to be offended! lol I really am glad that she loves it so much though – I know we’re blessed in that regard (see that word again?).
At breakfast she suggested that we all pray for Grama, who was at the doctor. So proud. My mom had a hysterectomy + on Wednesday, and is having a difficult recovery. 
Late morning they asked if they could watch a movie and I obliged, thinking of the work I could sneak in while they were occupied. As they snuggled together on the couch I heard Catie say, “I love you guys so much” and Annie replied, “I know Catie. I would be lost without my sisters.” It brought tears to my eyes. And actually I am also blessed in that regard as well, because words like these are a pretty common occurrence around here. I’ve always been careful to tell them how lucky (blessed) they are to have each other, and how sisters are best friends, no one will ever love you like your sisters, etc. I hope that stays with them their whole lives.
Before Annie’s soccer game last week they were playing on the playground, and one of her teammates came up and asked Annie to play with her. She said, “I’m playing with my sisters right now, but you can join us if you want.” I love that she didn’t ditch them to play with the big kids.
I really can’t remember what I did before these girls entered my life, but I know it wasn’t anything good. They are my favorite people in the world. 
Tags: Annie, Catie, Lilly, sisters
My beautiful daughters, The Stay-at-Home Mom Gig | Heather October 10, 2008
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By Merrie, October 10, 2008 @ 3:52 pm
Your girls sound lovely. I wish I could give my daughter a sister. I always wished I had one and would love to give her that. You’re doing a great job raising them to appreciate each other, and they probably will…most of the time.
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By Chrissy, October 10, 2008 @ 5:40 pm
Sooooo sweet. I wish more than anything that I had a sister….and I am so glad my girls have eachother. Too bad for Mason ONLY has sisters, lol.
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By Melanie, October 10, 2008 @ 6:05 pm
clearly, you are a great mommy, heather. i know you didn’t post for me to say that, but you are, and you have a lot to be proud of!
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By Perchy, October 11, 2008 @ 7:20 am
Kate and I spent the morning (reading and) listening to your Blog. Sorry I missed your giveaway yesterday. Have a great weekend.
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