"Daddy's Nonna Alicia Celebration"

We like to tell stories in our home.  Ava is always asking us to tell her stories about when we were little, our family members, and when she was a baby.  Often, Rich tells Ava stories as he puts her to bed.  Some of her favorites are "the Aunt Sherrie story" and pretty much any Uncle Bob story.  In May, Rich started telling Ava about his Nonna Alicia.  Since Rich's mom is also called Alicia Ava started calling Rich's grandma, "Daddy's Nonna Alicia".  She started asking more and more about her and finally decided (completely on her own) that we needed to have a celebration for her.  I was amazed by the idea and thought we should do it.

In June we had a special FHE (Family Home Evening).  Ava requested that I make a cake, so I did.  Rich told stories and we got a picture of "Daddy's Nonna Alicia".  It was a great night and fun to honor a great lady.

I am so grateful to have a sweet and thoughtful little girl as my daughter.  I am constantly amazed by her.  Ava has such a loving, kind, and gentle spirit.  I feel blessed to be her mom and marvel in all that she teaches me.  Heavenly Father sure knew what I needed.

Ava with a picture of "Daddy's Nonna Alicia" and our celebration cake.