Day 613: Someone Else's Children

So, I kind of have two things going on in tonight's post.

After my grandma's death two years ago, a whole stash (enough to fill a whole room) of ungiven gifts were found among her posessions.  She was always a generous woman and wanted to have a supply on hand, so she always had something to give.  We were allowed to go in and pick out items for each member of our family.  I was pregnant with Baby B at the time, so I wanted to get him something as well, so he would have a connection to this wonderful woman he'd never meet in this life.

As soon as I saw these overalls, I knew.  There was a great chance they are exactly what she would have given me for him (along with a beautiful homemade quilt, like the ones his older siblings received).  I suppose it's a simple thing, but every time he wears them, it's a Joyful Moment.  I love my grandma.

After the past few weeks I've been having, seeing the happiness on my face as I listen to Little M was another Joyful Moment.

As was this impromptu "family photo".  Once HH gets started with the camera, he can't seem to stop!

Anyway, the Joyful Moment I intended to post before finding these cute pictures taken by HH this evening has to do with volunteering in Sweet P's classroom for the first time.  I didn't get to do anything with her, but instead tested some of the other kids on their reading and then helped two little boys who are a little behind.  They were so darling and sweet.  It's such a wonderful age.  They are still so innocent and trusting and open.

I'll be honest, usually I struggle with other people's children.  Horrible, I know.  But today it wasn't that way at all.  I had such a wonderful time and it was truly a Joyful Moment helping them.

Sweet P was more than a little disappointed that I didn't get to help her, however.  Hopefully, there will be more opportunity for that in the coming weeks.

Wishing you all Joyful Moments and a chance to see that happiness on your own face!