"Daddy has to work"

As I was getting out of bed this morning, I overheard McKenzie talking to Brynn in her room. Evan had just left for work and Brynn was crying. She is quite the daddy's girl and gets upset whenever he leaves. McKenzie tried to console her (in her mothering voice) by explaining, "Brynn, daddy HAS to go workout alright? He has to make money for us so we can eat cookies and go to the beach sometimes, and go to disneyland, and have a warm house in Seattle, and wear cute clothes. Alright? Ok? So, don't cry. Daddy will be right back sweetheart." I just sat there listening to this funny little conversation. She is pretty humorous. I don't remember the last time we went to the beach (unfortunately) and Disneyland isn't really in our near future...but we'll let the kid dream. At least she understands that we have a hard working dad!

Catie

A dear sweet friend of mine passed away last week after battling cancer for three years. She was an amazing person, full of kindness and laughter. She always made everyone around her feel loved and uplifted. I love that when the cancer returned to her lungs she launched a campaign in her home called "Choose to Be Happy."

Catie, I promise to keep our friendship in my heart. You have changed my life for the better because I have indeed been touched by your happiness, warmth, optimism, and incredible faith. Your beautiful smile will live on forever.

To read about Catie's story, visit her blog.

www.steve-catie.blogspot.com