A Present for Olivia

So here's how the conversation went:
C: "Do you think Oivia (I'm spelling it wrong on purpose...that's how he says her name) can see fireworks in Heaven?"

You know that fireworks are a big part of our lives right now :)

Me: "I really don't know Chrish. Maybe she can but the clouds might get in the way."

C: "Do you think she can see the really, really high ones?"

Me: "I'm really am not sure. It would sure be nice if she could but I'll bet Jesus has fireworks in Heaven for Olivia if she wants them. Why do you want to know?"

C: "I'm just trying to think of a present I could send her."

Me: "Well, fireworks might be a good idea. Why don't we light them off for her tonight."

C: "But you said she might not see them." You can't pull a fast one on this little guy.

Me: "I did say that, but I still think it's a nice idea and if she can't see them then Jesus could just tell her about them."

C: "No, I don't want to do that anymore. I want to send her something nice that she can keep. I know, I can send her my Thomas balloon from my birthday. I'll bet she loves Thomas and it's big, so she'll love it."

Me: "That sounds like a great idea."

So that's what we did!

And this was not some big emotional thing for him (like it would have been for me if he had even given me a second to think about it). He just grabbed his balloon and sent it off to Olivia, all in about the span of two minutes. Completely confident that she would get it. Completely sure that she's happy and having a great time with Jesus. I love his FAITH. I love to see life through his eyes. I loved the simplicity of that moment and what it did to my heart. It kind-of made the rest of the day melt away and it brought the simplicity of life, of faith, of what we believe, of what I'm trying to teach him...to the forefront.

Notice McKenna trying to chase after it!

We miss you Olivia!

My goodness, you touched our hearts and became a part of our lives!
We will never be the same!