Maren and Christian are my sweet little cousins, and I’m so glad to have been able to spend some quality time with them this last week.

I love that Maren is so carefree but mature; she takes such good care of Christian, who repeats everything back in the cutest little voice. Seeing them play together and learn about the world made me more excited than ever to have Baby Girl around every day to teach and learn from.

We made gingerbread cookies together and decorated them. We only needed to eat one each, because “If we eat more our tummies will hurt,” Maren explained. Smart girl. Her wild curly hair and mischief-loving silliness remind me of me when I was her age. We’re kindred spirits.

So many thanks to Matt and Summer for letting me in on their family for a few days. I love you all so very much.