Today, a little giggle brought me to tears. Landrie laughed today for the very first time. Her dad was holding her. He gave her a little tickle and she let out a laugh. It struck me what a blessing it was to be present for someone’s very first laugh. A laugh, a true expression of joy. The sound of happiness. Of course every parent wants a lifetime full of laughter for their children. You want life to be easy and happy and long and filled with joy and good health. The first laugh represents all of the wonderful things you wish for your children. Everyone has a first laugh but this one struck a cord. Maybe it was because it was so unexpected. Maybe it is because the road to get her here was long. Maybe it is because I know this is the last first laugh our family will have. She laughed today and I was there to hear it. What a gift.
June 28, 2009
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