Monday night is my time away and alone. We call it library night because that's where I go to be quiet and have fun...yes, I'm a dork like that. Well, last night I was headed out and saying goodbye to the girls and Ava asked me where I was going. Then, she asked why I need to be alone. I told her some time away helps me be a better mom. Her response was the sweetest I have ever heard. "You can't be a better mom...because you're special to me." That was the best Christmas present EVER, leaving our new Wii in the dust.

We hope all of you experience the special-ness of your family this holiday season. Merry Christmas.