Mother's Day was a happy event. To celebrate the day along with a granddaughter's baptism it was a positive family time. Children like to do something for their mothers. Schools and day care have themes where the children can make an item for Mom. My little grandson needed to be with us one night after school before the big event. He had made a card for his Mom. Proud, showing me how he printed the words- I love you. Then his pride expanded as he pointed out the heart he drew. Nana gave lots of praises to him. How simple, yet how important to stop and look at what little hands do. The thought and caring that went into a little handmade card for Mom. When his father picked him up, again he went over the details of what he had made. Very often, adults just look, that's nice and let's go! Next time little hands make something, really look, ask about the theme, ask why did you chose that colour and watch the face and the explanation bloom. Think about it! When we make a special dinner or buy a thoughtful gift or do something different for those in our lives, do we appreciate the casual thank you and everyone goes on to the next event. No matter how old, a real sincere thank you and time in acknowledging the many simple events in our lives. For children, their simple events are huge to them. If we stop looking at what they have done, they will stop showing us and even telling us about their lives. Looking, seeing, hearing and really listening- yes take our time. But the time is just minutes instead of seconds. The little ones usually then run off to do something else. However, there is an awareness you are an adult that listens and can be trusted with their efforts. I mentioned to my daughter how proud her son had been in the card he made. Oh yes, he was listening. He knew Nana thought his efforts were important. Adults that make children feel important. How emotionally grounded is that!
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