A story...

I tucked Amerie into bed, being careful to lay the blankets "just right."

I leaned in, kissed her forehead, and then her cheeks.  As I sat back, I smiled.

"I love you. baby girl."

"I love you, too, mommy," she said with a sweet smile.

I smiled again.  "Amerie...you're beautiful."

She tucked her hair behind her ears, rolled over, and replied, "I know I am."


Maybe I've gone overboard in telling my kids how beautiful and awesome I think they are.  ;-)