A walk with Naomi

Tonight, Naomi waited for me to get home, so she could go on a walk with me. Three nights ago I had been sick with a stomach bug. Two nights ago it was raining like crazy (Praise God for the rain!). Last night I didn't get home until 8:45. Tonight I made it home by 8, and she was waiting with a big smile, and full of excitement. My least talkative child talked throughout our whole walk, to the point that I really could hardly even answer the questions that she did ask. I love being with her, and hearing her thoughts on the world she is starting to understand. In fact, I could listen to her chatter on for hours, and tonight I nearly did! As we walked I kept thinking of the joy of getting to share life with such a sweet child. To talk about Jesus, our days, our dreams and excitements together. I am very thankful for these moments. I pray that in the business, the storms and stomach bugs, long days at work, chores etc, I don't miss the sheer joy of simple walk with my kids.