July 27

Today Hannah and I went on a walk, just the two of us. We took my camera and she wore it around her neck the entire time. I taught her about how to frame a shot within the camera. I taught her about perspective. I taught her how photographs are art and as long as she thinks her photos are beautiful then that is all that matters. Today, I taught my baby girl about something that is special to me.  We shared something and the light in her eyes was so bright as she showed me her photos. It was a beautiful day. I am so grateful to have her as my daughter. 

July 19

The kids are in Virginia this week while Mike and I meet with builders and try to get a few things done for the house. Hannah called me crying tonight because she missed me. It broke my heart. When we got off the phone, she seemed ok. I think she just needed to hear my voice. 

Then I had the realization a while later that there will come a day soon where she won't miss me at all. But that's my job. To make it where she is comfortable in this world all on her own. She will be just fine. She is a strong girl. But I do secretly hope she continues to miss me just a little bit.