A Perfect Moment

I went into work for a few hours today with Kendyl in tow then it was home for a quick lunch and costume change before heading to Greenville for Christmas pictures with Emilie, Davis, and Barrett. I had not had anything to eat and, of course, I was running late. As I rushed down I-85, my mind was at full speed thinking of all I need to accomplish before Christmas. I took the Woodruff Road exit as another car was coming off the 385 ramp. I watched the car so I could merge in behind it. Suddenly, the car was coming directly towards me! The driver was out of control and the car was spinning across the lane I was in. I slammed on brakes, swerved, and thankfully, avoided the collision but I was quite shaken up. I took a deep breath and thanked the Lord for the angel that was watching over us.

Now it was time to tackle this photo shoot. I had tried to plan Kendyl's lunch and naps around our appointment so we might have a pleasant experience. We ended up sitting for 35 minutes before our session began (not helping my schedule at all). Kendyl did well initially but became impatient quickly. The photographer set up the next pose with a wicker bassinet for Kendyl to lay in. Davis, as sweet and excited as could be, knelt down next to it and said, "Hey Aunt Stac, this looks just like Jesus' manger." (Too Cute)

As I laid Kendyl in her 'manger,' she began to cry - HARD. I tried singing "He's Got the Whole World (in his hands)" to calm her but it didn't seem to be working. Then the sweetest thing happened..... Without being prompted, Emilie, Davis, and Barrett, in the softest voices, started singing with me. There Kendyl was, in her manger, surrounded by three angels who looked on adoringly as they sang about the good Lord holding them in His hands. It could not have been a more perfect moment.

I immediately forgot about my hectic day, my hunger, my almost collision, and my long 'to do' list. I soaked up as much of that moment as I could and will treasure it forever. Those children are truly God's gifts to us.