Eggs! & Date Nights

Once a month, Ronnie and I "date" our girls. He takes either Ella or Kinsley, and I take the other for special one on one time with each of them. Kinsley is just now getting to the age where the poor thing doesn't get dragged to Target or the grocery store but actually gets some sort of fun interaction just for her. Seriously - cut a mom some slack. She was a baby, and some chores are just easier with one in tow!:) So for tonight's date - a trip to the mall to visit the Easter bunny and Chic Fil A, topped off with throwing coins in the fountain, and a kids' scoop from Baskin Robbins. We had a lot of fun together and she is getting so much personality. (Plus, mom took her by Picture People for a quick 18 month free 8 X 10 photo. )

I love that we date our girls. As they get older, I think that time will just make conversations and open relationships more natural. I cherish time with both of them, but especially value the one on one moments, too. I think also think that helps Ella feel important in the midst of Kinsley demanding more at times.

Yesterday, we worked on making "Resurrection Eggs" to welcome in Easter. I know you can buy pre-made eggs about every Christian book store, but Ella loved getting involved in the process. So we methodically worked through the list, finding perfect treasures for the theme of every egg. Today's was a palm branch, A.K.A. - a sprig off the bush by our front porch. I think she gets the concept, or will by Easter. I just want the girls to know this holiday is about way more than a bunny, eggs, chocolate, etc. It is all about hope.