How she asked to hold my hand as we walked to the trampoline

The surprising connection with a mom turned immediate friend

How John left me a voicemail suggesting Friday night takeout and another episode of Obi Wan Kenobi

How she rode the length of the driveway on the back seat of the golf cart by her self

The fun of going through pregnancy alongside two friends

My growing desperation for the Holy Spirit’s help and presence in moments of H-I-G-H toddler emotions

The gift of a flower sprinkler toy and a swimming pool out the back door

Trading emails with a young friend I have long loved and discipled as she is spending the summer in Europe

John’s kindness and teasing and steadiness as I wade through the last few weeks of pregnancy

Soaking up the joy and wonder and richness of small things