You are Loved

I like to look at the favorite dollies and animals my children have almost hugged to death. Puppy is quite floppy now and I’ve replaced felt paws on a bear or two.  Can you look at these faithful friends and not smile? It reminds me of the classic tale of the Velveteen Rabbit. “When a child loves you for a long, long time, not just to play with, but REALLY loves you, then you become Real.”  ― Margery Williams Bianco, The Velveteen Rabbit.   Just like those stuffed friends, I sometimes feel like I’m looking a little more tired and time worn.  That’s when it is time to remember the truth. You are beautiful. You are real. You are loved.