"Get in there Mimi...Get in there."

An aroma of warm comfort food filled the home. A delicious dinner of baked ziti, bread and salad was enjoyed by all. Alan and I were visiting with Mike, Christine and Rowan. We provided dinner on Sunday evening. Delightful conversation, laughter filling each room and echoing off the walls. Olive the Boston Terrier racing back and forth from room to room looking for someone to play a game of throw and retrieve. A blessed evening with family.

Dinner finished, dishes readied for the dishwasher and the final chocolate chip cookie eaten for dessert, we slowly walked to the living room. Nice time for conversation and settling down.

Rowan was not ready for rest or quiet. His two years old body was eager to build a tent, play with dinosaurs, sing songs and climb onto the couch and snuggle Bop(Alan) and Mimi(me).

Resting after the meal, Bop positioned himself on the gray couch by leaning over to his side, propping his elbow on top of the couch cushion.

The moment Rowan saw Bop sitting that way, Rowan looked at me and said, "Get in there Mimi...get in there." I paused and wondered what Rowan was talking about. Then, I could see. Rowan enjoys making tents with blankets and pillows. He wasn't talking about tents when he made the request.

The way Bop was angled made a small "opening" between the side of his body and the couch. Almost like going into a tent. Rowan was asking me to "Get in there" and snuggle Bop. I was happy to oblige.

Rowan and I both cuddled up to Bop and shared warmth, hugs and love.

This sweet act of snuggling with our grandson made me think about how often God calls us to "Get in there" with Him. Are we listening to the call to share time with Him? Time to pause and feel the warmth of His love.

Have you wanted to "Get in there" with God and enjoy sharing quiet moments and also, sharing laughter with Him? Take a moment and rest in Him.

Blessings, snuggles and laughter,
Mimi