I wanted to blog today because to remind myself of how incredibly blessed I am as a mother. As a parent we see benchmarks as a way of assessing how well are children are doing and in return how we are performing as parents. There is always a list of where your child should be in their abilities physically, socially, emotionally and mentally. This weekend I was reminded that there are some qualities in those precious souls that no benchmark could ever measure.
My daughter Crosby, is an incredible young lady. Independent, strong, kind and beautiful. She amazes me in her unending care and love for those around her. This Sunday I had the privileged of keeping the nursery at our church. She along with a few other children were with me. The ever worrying, ever watching mother quickly noticed the drastic difference between her communication ability and that of her peers. This has been an on going struggle for me to watch.
As tears welled up in my eyes, I was stopped to watch her interact with the others. There was a little girl, newer to the group. Crosby immediately went and befriended her. Offering toys, a hug, and a smile. No decipherable words were communicated by my daughter but the love and generosity was obvious.
Later in the morning she came to use some toys that another child had left, when the previous child saw her she rushed to reclaim her toys previously abandoned. I braced for the worst, thinking that Crosby would surely fuss over this injustice. On the contrary she helped the other child pick up the toys and gave them over with a large smile.
Time after time my daughter showed kindness and generosity far beyond her mere 2 years. I was reminded again that there are some gifts and talents that no test can show. I may never be able to brag that my daughter counted to 50 or knew all her colors before she was two, but I can choose to be awed at the heart that God has placed in that sweet child. I can relish the moments that she amazes me with her generosity to others. And above all I can make sure she knows just how special she is!
