I openly tell Ella what I know of her history. As she has shown interest, we have talked in more detail about her birth mom and birth dad, as well as her foster family and the children's home she lived in for a while before we met. She knows she grew in her birth mommy's tummy. It wasn't long ago I showed her a photo of her birth parents for the first time.
I was holding her in a pool recently. As she wrapped her arms around my neck she told me this, "I think you are much better mommy in the world. I don't wanna be in 'nother woman's tummy. You are the best."
Wow. To hear what she thinks is so valuable to me. This is by far the sweetest she's ever said to me and I received it as such a show of love and loyalty to me. I expect that her feelings will change over time, but this seems to be how she feels about it right now and I treasure the insight.
4 comments:
Wow! Beautiful words spoken. She looks so grown up in your banner picture, too. How time flies!!!
Affirmative and loving words. Very cool, Jen.
Oh Jen. My heart is melting. I am so thankful to God for the mega blessing of your sweet Ella. I could have never dreamed how wonderful she is and her impact on our lives. God is good.
A precious moment for sure! As we approach our second year anniversary, we're hearing more little tidbits again and experiencing a fierce loyalty. It's such a gift to watch them bloom!
Blessings!
Deborah
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