All The Stars In The Sky

From the time my daughter started talking, stars have always played a special part in our life. She asked me an impossible question... "Mom, how much do you love me?" I searched for an answer...How can a parent possibly put those feelings into words?

We were outside, and looking up at the sky while trying to think of the right way to answer, I found myself staring at a brilliantly starry night. And my answer came to me... "Sweetie, I love you more than all the stars in the sky!" She quickly gazed up at the beautiful glitter above, and I could see immediately how satisfied she was with my answer.

In recent years, we have repeated this conversation many times - whenever the night sky cooperates, and even on cloudy days if she seems to need a reminder. She also has started to respond with her own ideas... she told me recently that she loves me more than all the trees in the world, and also the water in the ocean.

In today's world, parents are rushing through each and every day, driving back and forth, going to work, going to school, attending sporting events, going on errands, cleaning the house, and an ongoing list of other activities that keep us busy. We tell ourselves that we are doing most of it for our families, for our children. But what they need most of all from us is to know that we care, to be reminded. Take the time to do that - right now!

Some ideas to help you get started right away:
- Print out certificates and awards to personalize and give to your daughter, such as the ones available here: http://www.raisingadaughter.com/free/