It's funny sometimes to realize how children think about or see things. Reality in their world is not always the same as it is in our adult world (and I think that's often a good thing).
A few nights ago, I was putting Rose to bed while Laurel was doing the same with John. After going through the other bedtime rituals that are the standard at our house, it was time to pray. Rose now likes to add bits and pieces of thoughts to the prayer. For example, she likes to say things like "tanks for da milk, an for my plate". Another thing she likes to request prayer for also is "for grampa, cause he feels sick". This night was no exception. She asked prayer for grandpa and then I added "and we pray for Grandma as she helps take care of Grandpa". To which Rose, in a voice most sweet added "yeah....he's heavy".
It took me a few seconds to try and figure out what she meant by her comment, but then I realized that all she has ever known about being sick, is that we carry her around in our arms, while she hugs our neck and snuggles close. I guess that must have been the picture she had in her mind of Grandma taking care of Grandpa.
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