This evening I witnessed one of the most incredible things I have ever seen. Not a great dance on DWTS, not a beautiful Nebraska sunset, not a cheesy YouTube video, but something even GREATER- my niece's first steps by herself. Not only was it my niece's first steps, it was my first time watching an infant take their first steps. It's always in movies and always thought of as being "exciting", "cute", or a "milestone". However, today I learned it is such much more than that. It is exhilarating watching the determination of the child, it is happiness knowing that the child is growing so quickly, it is pride knowing you were the one to help her take her first steps independently. Tonight I witnessed life. I learned what a "moment" truly is. I learned that no matter how small, the littlest things in life might have the biggest rewards. Of course she is only my niece, however I love her more than I ever imagined. I can only imagine the excitement to come with my own children (not anytime too soon, that is!).
"I will never let you fall, I'll stand up with you forever, I'll be there for you through it all...even if saving you sends me to heaven." - Your Guardian Angel lyrics
Kisses, hugs, and tickles, nothing beats a baby's giggle!
Dream Big
-xoxo-
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