Lessons from Blair

Two year olds can really knock your socks off sometimes. Blair did that for me this weekend. As we were standing at the shore watching Daddy paddle board she asked me to pick her up. I obliged and said I would love to. She then clearly stated that "Mommy does not have a baby in her tummy." I agreed with her, knowing why she said this.

You see, her Aunt Tiffy is due very soon with Blair's first cousin and we have told her lately that Tiffy can't pick her up anymore because she has a baby in her tummy. And since I was picking her up, by default I do not have a baby in my tummy. Two year olds. What logic! But then what she said next brought me to my knees..

"Mommy, Jesus will help you." 

And there you have it. Lessons from a two year old. Her words were very matter of fact and oh so true. 

Now to be honest she didn't come up with this all on her own. Every night when we put Blair to bed we pray. About how thankful we are for things like pajamas, fingers, and mac n cheese (you know, all the very important things). But then we also pray about actual important things. Like a baby for our family. And mommy and daddy to be patient while we wait for that baby. And for Jesus to help give us a miracle. Because that's what we need. 

So my sweet two year old girl reminded me of what I need to focus on. That Jesus will help me. He hasn't forgotten about me. And good grief if I'm telling her to ask him for help when she needs it, then I better be following my own advice. 

And for the first time just like that I'm hopeful again. I see how Jesus was using Blair to speak peace to me. That he is there. Waiting to help me in his time. 

And so we stood there for a while longer enjoying the breeze blowing across our faces. My face may have been a bit more salty and moist than hers though ;) 

Thanks baby girl for keeping me in check. You continue to amaze and encourage me.