Things I Love

Warm spring evenings, before the bugs are out.

Watching Nur and TT forge strong love and bonds with their grandparents. 

 Giving my children similar memories that I had as a child.

Grandpa's boat rides and conversations.
Nur and TT's giggles and inside jokes.

 Summer hats and shades as we head to a picnic.
The smell of sunblock and the feel of greasy protected skin.
The smell of clorine from the neighborhood pool.
The feeling of warm sunshine on my face.

 A garden planted with the help of the two best kids, who take so much pride in helping out.

The look of joy as I walk through the door everyday after a long and hard day at the office. 

Days spent in our backyard where clothing is optional.

 Cousins and best friends. Everytime I look at my niece, I get a glimpse into my sister 30+ years ago.

 Afternoons of indulgence, with a fresh cut and color. 

Nur and TT's relationship with T.

 A glimpse into what my daughter will look like in 7 years, because this is what this big cousin looked like 7 years prior. 

 Fun in the kitchen, sampling frostings, and not caring for a minute what the sugar content is because darn it, we are having fun. 

Documenting life with this family of mine.  And hopeful that someday when they have families, they will look back fondly on their own childhood and try to imitate it, the same way I am trying to imitate mine.