It’s so easy to get lost in useless details, chasing the same dishes around the kitchen day after day, wondering when I’ll ever know how to live “right”. There’s no satisfaction in my perfectionism. Then Kiya comes along and re-minds me how to be present by the everyday things she does.
Like licking brownie drippings on New Year’s Eve…
enjoying winter evening rays at the dog park…
testing the outer limits of fashion…
and embracing her inner Artist.
Neither wind nor rain, stress or strain, the darkest night or brightest day keeps Kiya from being Kiya. This tops my list of reasons why Kiya is my greatest teacher and inspiration. Everyday, she learns and grows into more of who she already is. A bright and sensitive, complex spirit monkey. And then some.
Thanks for the reminder. These pictures make me smile and I can’t wait to be together again. I learn so much from her and the way you respect her space. You are a wonderful mother because you take the time to let her be who she is. I love you Stephie!