Spiritual moments

My heart sings as I share these moments with 'you', whoever you may be that read me. :) About three weeks ago Cade finally started saying his own prayers...real ones. Dear God thank you for that include people, fun things he's done, requests. It is P-R-E-C-I-O-U-S! And a little disconcerting that mom & dad don't always make the list, while Baba, Parker, and the pool seem to be common favorites. Oh well, I guess he figures we're covered, right? Prayer time is an insightful time into what really makes an impact on him; I love it.

Then there was the milestone yesterday. I was completely amazed and full of praise to our Father. Here's the scenario...Cade often fusses about getting his teeth brushed, and yesterday morning was no different. When I finally did the deed, I asked if he wanted anything to drink, and he said now. So I said 'OK', and headed down the stairs. He proceeded to throw a tantrum about wanting a drink, which I then told him to get on his own b/c he's completely competent to do so. 20-25 minutes of 'I can't do it!' fussing and whining, and he finally calms himself down and comes downstairs. We sit on the couch together reading books. It was nice. After a while, he looks at me and says 'Mom, will you forgive me?' Of course you know why he's saying this, but enough time had elapsed that I had to ask 'Cade, for what?' and he answered, "for crying on the stairs." I immediately forgave him, gave him major props for understanding the concept and asking forgiveness. I was in tears of joy!

We've recognized Cade's compassionate heart from an early age, and I feel like this grasping of the lesson of forgiveness simply reinfoces that. He's definitely going to look more like Daddy (both, ha ha!) in this area than mommy. Good for him!