Therapy...

comes in various forms.  Mine just happen to come in the form of a 2 1/2 yr old and a 10 week old.  Thanks to Jolyn & John for providing 3 days of relaxation and time away from the madness of a crazy schedule.  Below are some snapshots of specific techniques that were used to help me relax....

 Sisterly Love....(although Jolyn never sat on my lap over the 3 days,

this photo is representative of my sisterly love for her too)

 Smiles, coos, and snuggles from Gweny

 Playing at Pinecone Park with Jackie

 Coloring princess pictures

 Making bead necklaces and pretend birthday candles and singing

 Forming the "Princess club" by selecting stickers for us all to wear...including Gweny

Hugs, laughs, playing Holy Moly Hopscotch, watching Dora & The Fresh Beat Band, a trip to the grocery store and to Michaels, decorating Gwen's room, making a picture board for Jackie's room, and lot's of good ol' fashioned conversation.   

The 3 days of intense "Therapy" has given me the much needed strength to come back to reality and approach my busy schedule as a refreshed individual.  And for those moments that will arise that will cause me to sigh, I will tap into and remember the little "Jackieisms" to bring a smile to my face...

1.  "Let's Jump Auntie Paula...it is really, really fun"

2.  "I love you Auntie Paula"

3.  "Happy Best Friends Day Auntie Paula"

4.  "Do you want to play Holy Moly Hopscotch with me"

5. when Jolyn asks Jackie to come do something

Jackie's reply of "I'm kinda really, really busy right now mommy"

6.  "oopsie, doopsie's....it's okay, that happens"

Thanks Kennedy Family for a priceless time!!!