Sometimes when I peek into the back seat, this is what I see. It warms my heart instantly, and makes me so thankful that my children have one another to love and seek comfort from. I could hear Peter fussing around, and Lizzy said to him "It's okay, Peter! Why are you getting so upset?" I didn't know that she had reached out to him to calm him down until I turned around. Lizzy often does this for Peter. She seems to know when he needs a hug, or someone to hold his hand, or a friend to play with him. She has no idea the power she holds. How thoroughly he adores her, how much he seeks her approval, and how much he learns from her. I am thankful daily for her loving heart, and the kindness she shows him. Lizzy often includes Peter in what she is doing, even when he's grabbing at her things or pushing his way in. I am amazed by her generous spirit. And the generosity is mutual. Peter allows Lizzy to be the leader. He defers to her ideas and follows her guidance. He lets her shine with her sunny spirit and happily follows along. He knows when to give her her space, and when she needs a snuggle from mommy by herself. Peter has an open heart, that accepts his sister's love it all it's forms, and God bless him, he's persistent enough to come back when the "love" isn't quite so nice. What a blessing it is to have a sibling! When I'm struck to my core with love for my children, sometimes I'm equally amazed by the love they have for one another.
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