Happy Tears

In parenting there are many things that bring happy tears.  This past weekend Hannah, Melody and I had the opportunity to travel to Idaho and visit my Mom and Dad.  On our 4 plane flights and car rides, I had the chance to ride beside Melody in her seat.  Usually I am driving when she is in her car seat.  But, this was a wonderful chance to be beside her.  Melody would stick her little hand out and hold mine.  Melt my heart moments.

But, these pictures make my eyes fill with happy tears: 

I've been doing these exercises for a couple of weeks, but I've never seen it.  Melody is actually bearing weight on her legs!  Yes, I'm helping her and she can't stand independently, but this is such a wonderful step.  The still photos don't show it, but Melody bends her knees up and down and really enjoys this exercise.  It is such a precious gift to see your child do something that  you weren't sure would even be possible.  Not too long ago Melody wouldn't even respond when her legs touched the floor, so to feel her push and try and stand up is amazing.  We are so proud and we are so very grateful.