Poor Emma has always been surrounded by boys in her life. However, that is no longer the case as she now has a Big Sister in her life. Recently, we met our neighbors who live in the palazzo on the corner. They have attended the past two church services we have held in Caselle and this week we were finally able to get together with them. And not just once, but 3 times: Coffee on Thursday, playdate on Friday, and dinner on Saturday. Aurora is in 3rd grade and all of our kids adore her. The above picture was taken at 10:30 last night as they were watching a movie together. Emma certainly enjoyed the cuddles and I think Aurora was enammered by Emma's curls as she kept stroking them. This family moved to Leinì a year ago and Aurora attends the other elementary school in town. Praying that our new friendship with Enrico, Cristina and Aurora will serve to challenge and encourage them in their walk with Christ.
For this mother, I can't tell you how much joy it brings to my heart to have the doorbell ring spontaneously. There was an immediate connection and trust given to us that makes this possible for one to let their child come over unsupervised and unannounced. I guess I better have a stash of cookies in the freezer to whip out for afternoon playtime, because it looks like we will have a lot of unexpected playdates.
1 comment:
oh noella that's so exciting! I can understand your mother's heart in this one and the joy of friendships with neighbor kids. Love, Melissa
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