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Daddy's Girl

She really is her Daddy's girl. For a while now I've been wanting to do a layout about the special relationship they share, but have been putting it off because I knew the journaling would be time-consuming. Well, after having lunch with a friend this weekend--and buying a new digital kit :), I became inspired. I am truly so grateful that Ashley has an amazing relationship with Carlito. I am so happy for both of them.

And here is the layout:
If you can't see it (thanks, Teena, for the "heads up"), you can click here and you should be able to see it.



Journaling reads: This is one of my favorite photos because it so clearly epitomizes the fundamental nature of your relationship. The depth of your love for each other is so evident in both pairs of eyes--you are so comfortable with each other.

What a priceless treasure God has given you, Ashley, and the best part is that you get to take this relationship completely for granted. You just get to soak up all your Daddy’s love and bask in it. You know on a very deep level that your Daddy loves you with all his heart. You know he will be there for you through thick and thin. He is your soft place to fall, your security blanket, and when he holds you in his arms, all is right in your world. And that is as it should be.

What precious memories are being made in this season of your life, the significance of which totally escapes you now, but when you look back on these years and remember your Daddy cuddling with you at bedtime and chatting softly with you, bringing you Jack in the Box at lunchtime at school, or whatever else he does that touches your heart, you will understand why I say that your relationship with him is a priceless treasure.

Enjoy it. Soak it up. It’s yours for the taking. How truly blessed you are.

Comments

MLasch said…
Your pages are SOOOO amazing. We need to get togther for a digital crop and you can teach me your tricks. I LOVE this one!!
Carmela said…
How totally sweet! I love YOUR pages. I would LOVE to get together with you and trade "digi secrets" :)

Do you have a laptop?
tjep said…
I haven't been able to view your layout but I'm sure it's adorably done! With a sweety like Ashley, how could you go wrong? :)

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