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The other day, I was determined to spend my time on the floor with Adam and Maryanne.  And, it was hard!  I'd never realized just how much time I spend cleaning, or doing all the other things that I "think" need to be done (like blogging, for example ☺).  On this particular day, Maryanne grabbed a paint brush and a cup of water and proceeded to "paint" my face.  Boy, was it relaxing.  I was so ready for a nap, but when her brush got me in the eye, I know it wouldn't last.  This picture is absolutely atrocious, but I had to document our day of face painting as a reminder to myself of how much fun and relaxing it can be to just play.  (Oh, and incidentally, Maryanne once found a paintbrush in the bag we took to church and that was the only thing that kept her happy during our sacrament meeting.  I don't know how it got in there, but I was so grateful it was there!)
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Aubrey A said…
Oh wow. I don't know if I could let my boys do that. It would bother me too much having someone touch my face. It always has. Good job by you though. I bet Maryanne felt so special that day. It's hard as a mom to take the time and stop. I know it is for me. I always think if I'm not doing a million things I'm not doing enough, when sometimes I should be taking the time to stop and play with my kids. I keep trying to do better, and posts like this remind me to. Thanks!!
September 22, 2010
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