Love

When I was pregnant with Grace, I loved the kicks and nudges from her, knowing that they were meant for me. When I saw her for the first time, I loved her more, knowing that she was OURS.

Now, with every smile and giggle I earn from HER, I more clearly understand how much our Heavenly Father loves us, his children. I cannot even begin to explain the love that I have for my daughter. That sweet girl of ours is sealed for eternity to her father and I, and I cannot be more thankful for that ordinance.

I know that our Heavenly Father let us come to earth to be tested, and in doing so, experience all the joys and sorrows of the world. I know that He loves us more than we can comprehend...and I feel the same way not only for Him, but for my eternal family.

I know that, just as I cringe and cry as Grace gets shots or is sick, our Heavenly Father hurts for us when we struggle and fail.

But, he also rejoices and celebrates with us as we suceed, just as I celebrate and clap when Grace smiles or coos at me.

I may not ever fully comprehend the love from our Heavenly Father for us...but the love I have for Grace surely makes it more clear to me on a daily basis how much we are loved, in a very personal and individual way.