My kids made me laugh twice today...ok, 

maybe more than that, but this was one of those genuine, 

that-was-so-funny-I-don't-want-to-forget-it type moment:

 Gabby stuck out her tummy, rubbed it, and tried telling me that she had a "fat belly," 

and I was trying to affirm that she is beautiful.  

I told her she is perfect and sturdy.  

In response to that she said, "I'm not dirty!"  

I laughed.  :-)  

I tried to clarify that she was strong...

 Later that morning...

Owen & Gabby were in the front entryway putting on boots and jackets, getting ready to go out.  

I see Gabby lifting 2 pound weights over her had, and Owen doing down-dog, up-dog sequences.  

I then overhear Owen say, "I'm doing yoga so I don't get crabby."  

I laughed.  :-)

I guess that is how I have explained it to him when he asks why I need to go do yoga.  :-)

 And they made me just plain smile when they were playing on the playground 

(yes, in December!) and chasing, climbing, sliding, and giggling together. 

 Every once in awhile (sometimes once a day...) 

Owen will tell me he doesn't like "Sister," 

but that's when she is not cooperating or is being a stinker/teaser to her brother.

But I know for a fact he loves her so much.  

He cares so much about protecting her and teaching her. 

 I am so proud and glad I got to witness this love and protection.

Moments...growing...life...love