Jade's First Visit

This week marked a special moment as I watched the newest baby girls, being being held by the auntie or uncle, and introduced to each other for the first time. 

The rest of the cousins didn't skip a beat as shed toys came out to play . . .

 although I can only guess what thoughts may have been exchanged here.  

There is something about coming to Papa and Mimi's that is extra special
when cousins are there to play and eat with.

 Tender care for younger ones and admiration for older ones . . .

that is what I've seen . . .

 and it's so good to see siblings together! 

The evening was not complete without Papa getting his workout,

pushing five screaming kids around the yard!
There is a celebratory feeling in the air
that  may not come through in reading between the lines . . .

but if you could, you'd see that 

the most exciting part of Jade's first visit is that the goodbyes will be so much easier this time,

as plans are being set in place for a future move back.