I am thankful for sleepovers at Gigi and Papa's house. When we lived in North Carolina, our closest family was 3.5 hours away. Having little kids beginning to form attachment to family members made it even harder to not live near family.
Now that we live here, we have lots of family nearby. I love seeing the girls get excited to see those family members with whom they have formed lifelong attachments.
And not only do they get to spend weekly time with family, but Mommy and Daddy get some much needed "us" time. It is hard to intentionally plan and spend quality time together alone as a couple with small children. But after spending day in and day out with precious little ones, it is imperative that we have some grown up time. Having family nearby makes that a lot easier :) It used to be if we wanted a date, we had to budget for the date and the sitter. Now we just budget for a date, and the girls get to enjoy the spoilings of Gigi and Papa (and yes, they are spoiled). But I wouldn't have it any other way. I am glad our girls have family who loves on them, who makes them feel special, who spoils them.
It is also wonderful for the girls to be able to experience time away from Mommy and Daddy. Sometimes they get so used to always being with us that it makes it difficult for them to be away from us. Having trusted family to leave them with helps with that transition. It gives them a safe and comfortable place to build their confidence and independence away from us.
Thank you to my wonderful in-laws for loving me like their own and for loving on my children :)
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