But why, mama?

That's what Elliot asked me tonight after reading 'The Proud Tree', a story about the crucifixion of Jesus.

Me: Why what?

Elliot: Why did he do that?

Me: Do what?

Elliot: Why did Jesus die?

Me: Because of the sin in our hearts, buddy.

He was pensive for awhile. We've had this conversation many times. But this time he followed it with:

Elliot: But how did Jesus feel?

I almost cried.

Me: How do you think he felt?

E: Sad.

And then a bit later:

E: I heard that in hell, they mash up your teeth.

Hmm. Not sure about that one.

Sundays is the South

-make for cute boys.

Bug stats

Elsie had her 3 year check up today. She checked out as a human. She's normal. And she's right at the 50th % for both height and weight.

The doctor hugged her. She wasn't sure about him, but he really liked her. Notice the dog "purse" in the picture. Everyone needs an Auntie J that buys you dog purses.

1st ballet class

Elsie showed me some of her moves from her first ballet class with Mrs. Key. She refuses to take off her ballet outfit. She'll probably sleep in it.

Future dish washer

I think she gets more soap and water on her clothes than the dishes currently, but it's a start.

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These were delivered to my house from a local florist this week. You can't read the card, but they're from my favorite preacher.