We didn't go to church today. All 4 of us have runny noses, coughs, and aches and pains. I didn't think we'd be very good company at church. So we stayed home expecting to miss out on the day's spiritual offerings.
A friend of Veda's found several Monarch Caterpillars on a tree near his house. He gave Veda two and we have been watching them vigilantly as they ate through several green leaves and changed into cocoons. This morning the cocoons were black and I knew they would be coming out butterflies soon. By noon we had two beautiful Monarch butterflies.
I have known since preschool about the life cycles of a butterfly, but had no idea it would be so exciting to watch it all unfold in front of our eyes. Veda said "Mom, how did it do that?" I said "Aren't Heavenly Father's creatures amazing?" She said "I think we should say a prayer!" I thought that was such a sweet response and so we all folded our arms and Veda prayed. She started out with her typical prayer thanking Him for her blessings, family, and our beautiful world. Then she said "Heavenly Father, how did you turn that caterpillar into a butterfly? That was WEIRD!!! Amen."
Lessons of the day:
there are miracles happening all around us everyday. We don't always see them as such, but they are miracles none the less.
There are many opportunities, inside and outside of church, to find spiritual experiences.
Butterflies pee. Who knew?
P.S. I have some really great photos to go along with this post, but I'm having some technical difficulties. I will add them in soon.
Sunday, December 9, 2007
Everyday Miracles
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I love how easily kids pray not to mention how genuine their prayers are. Cute story Kayce, and you have created a great foundation for Veda to grow in her spirituality. Good job MAMA!
PS: Ben says he would totally pull you around in a sled but you have to come visit us and the snow!
I can't wait to see the pictures - that response was adorable and hilarious at the same time. Makes me want to give that little rugrat a huge squeeze. I miss those girls terribly.
PS - this story made me think of the San Diego trip...after the touching family moment, Veda suggested we all have one massive family hug.
LOL... Oh I love my litle Veda. She is so sweet. I am getting so stinking excited to see you guys!!!
Still can't get the photos up? Photobucket didn't work? Can you email them to me and let me upload them for you? (I won't mess with your banner, promise).
I miss you! We were sick all weekend too. One of my best memories of childhood is this park in Santa Cruz where the trees are covered in monarchs in the spring (migration season). It is amazing!!
I am feeling overwhelmed by all the projects I want to do before Christmas too. Have you been quilting lately? I think about it all the time. I need to start one for the baby. Well, actually I'd like to make Syd and the baby something similar. Any ideas to help me get started??
Kaycee... Seriously? Pierce Brosnen? I think that is pretty amazing. I love him. You must blog about it. I want to hear about your encounter :)
Yay! The pics worked! I miss Veda's little cheeks...please kiss them for me.
That story about Mary almost falling off the donkey gave me a giggle...
Say hi to Pierce for me.
What a sweet story and great pictures. Veda's prayer is classic.
Congrats on your brush with fame "007". :)
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