The Wheel that Rarely Squeaks

Lately, I've been gone... a lot.  Outdoor School-with Brynn, Girl Scout Camp-with Brynn, Scrapbooking Weekend with friends, and now this weekend I'm going to the beach, again.

Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, Brynn and I are going on a Mother/Daughter get-away.

Jolee is easy-going and happy.  She usually just rolls with whatever is happening.  I hardly ever worry about her.  

Last night as I was tucking Jolee in bed she said, "Mommy, we need to spend some more time together.  I hardly ever get to be just with you."

My heart broke.  So often I plan things with Brynn, I do special things just with her, I take my time and spend my energy in ministries and activities that she's involved in.  She's my daughter that craves extra attention. My squeaky wheel.  

But then there is Jolee. My happy little companion for the first 5 1/2 years of her life- then she had to go to First Grade-and I missed her.  I never really knew until last night, that she missed me too.

Dear God, Thank you for two amazing daughters.  Thank you for their distinct personalities, their strengths, their talents, and their hearts. Lord, please help me know how to be the best mommy I can be to Brynn and to Jolee.  Holy Spirit, give me time, energy and insight. Jesus, perfect friend, please help me to be the companion to both of my children-whether they squeak or not.  Amen.