Looks a little like Africa right? That's what Makenna thought when we were outside playing. We were stomping on this big chunk of ice and Makenna started jumping up and down and freaking out,telling me to stop.
Makenna: "Mommy look, it's like your necklace. It's that big place where Ethiopia is!"
Me: "Africa?"
Makenna: "Yeah, I know. It's ice Africa though now."(with a tone that would imply duhhh mom)
Makenna: "It's where I lived when I was a tiny, tiny baby. I 'member it."
I have to say I was suprised she recognized it. I was proud of her for spotting it and recognizing it, and that she was proud of where she was from. I wear my necklace most days, because it keeps the girls with me during the day when I am away from them. All I have to do is touch it and I reminded of all that I have been given, and all that I have. They both love to play with that necklace as well, and Kya often holds it as she is falling asleep if I rock her. I hope they grow up with a special place for both Africa and Wisconsin in their hearts. With love for their roots and for their present.
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Well isn't that just the coolest thing? Haha - literally. How observant she is!! I love those random encounters and teachable moments especially when the kiddos notice it on their own.
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