Tonight was a big one for the oldest Doyle dame. Madeleine sang a solo at her school Christmas pageant and pulled it off so well, there were quite a few tears. She sang "O Holy Night", my very favorite Christmas song and when she hit the highest of high notes, I wanted to yell "you go girl". I had never heard her do it and was so proud.
On the way home, she wanted to stop by the store to buy a gift for the kids she babysits regularly. They are leaving for the Christmas holiday tomorrow so we delivered their B & N gift card and some hugs right after dinner.
When it comes to my oldest daughter, I have so much to brag about but I think the most important thing is her generous heart. She gives all that she has--not just stuff but kind words and love. And I'll say it again, I am so proud to be her Mama.
The sitter who gives back
I wish we could have been there. And, now I'm feeling like we'll never make it down there. 18-24 inches possible - really? I wish we were driving now, so that I could just get on the road today.
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I'll say it again... Need video! If none is available, Madeleine will be forced to give me a performance in January. Actually, that's a good idea, Madeleine can sing O Holy Night, Grace can do Flying Guitar, Ella can do the Bear Hunt song, hmmm, you think of songs for the others, we'll have a show. :)
ReplyDeleteCongrats Madeleine!!
And I'm proud to be gramma to our oldest and all the ones who came after. Hugs, Madeleine! You really are special. Hope you come and stay for a loooooong visit next year. Love, Gramma
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