Cozette enjoying her first Thanksgiving feast at preschool.
Have I ever mentioned that Cozette becomes a rooster when we have our family prayers? I am not sure why she becomes so silly. There's been plenty of times we stop to laugh at her. And have I ever mentioned that she usually will not pray with out a little help? We were surprised the other evening when she expressed that she wanted to pray by herself. I was not sure if she was going to be silly or stop mid-sentence. I can still see her little body next to our bed. She folded her arms, bowed her head, and proceeded to offer a very sincere prayer.
Here is what I remember her saying:
Dear Heavenly father,
I am thankful for Jesus. I love Mommy and Daddy. I am thankful for Kayleigh and Everett. Please bless Daddy to get better. Please bless Mommom and Papa. I love Grandma and Grandpa. Please bless my Grandpa to get better soon. Please bless my Daddy to get better...
I need to mention that Brad is perfectly healthy. She asked two times for him to get better. I am the one who has been sick!
What she said next brought tears to my eyes.
Please bless baby Elijah...
Cozette has heard his name included in every prayer we say at night.
I love bunny. I am thankful for my pillows. She ended the prayer in the name of Jesus Christ.
When Cozette finished, she looked at us knowing she had just done something very special. There is wonder in hearing a child say a sincere prayer of thanksgiving.
I have so much to be grateful for.
I have so much to be grateful for.
2 comments:
Cozette is so dear. The first prayer is a big deal. It means much to me that she mentioned Elijah. This is a testament to how much your family loves him. I would love to hear her pray next time we visit.
That's beautiful, Jeannie. I know that Cozette was very proud of herself.
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