A big girl first

For some reason this seemed to be a 'right of passage' for Katie and me.

While I was watching from the door, Katie put on her hat, jacket and boots and went to check the mail, by herself for us.

Seriously. I had tears in my eyes. My little girl is growing up.

Someday she will be doing things without me.

Though I know she will always need my attention, love, prayers and joyful encouragement that she can do it.

I love you big girl.

You did a great job watching the street for cars, staying on the grass and pulling your hardest to get the box opened.