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
Love this quote: “This sweet act of snuggling with our grandson made me think about how often God calls us to “Get in there” with Him.”
I love snuggling in Father’s arms! Great post, Melissa.
Thank you Gail. I pray we all will snuggle in Father’s arms. 🙂 Have a blessed day!
Yes! I often invite Jesus to sit beside or lie beside me as I pray.
And snuggling with grandchildren is one of the best parts of my life!
Proverbs 17:6: Children’s children are a crown to the aged.
Amen. Thank you for reminding us of that Scripture. Have a blessed day! 🙂
Beautiful post, Melissa! Thanks for the reminder to make it a point to get in there each and every day!
Thank you dear friend. Have a blessed day! 🙂
Thanks Melissa for the comfort of knowing God’s always has His tent available for us!
Amen. His tent is always available. When we go to Him, we are covered in His love. Have a blessed day! 🙂
This is precious, Melissa! I love how little ones so often point us in the right direction: God, simplicity, beauty, and love.
Thank you Jessica. Yes, little ones show us the most beautiful things in life. Have a blessed day! 🙂
I love the picture of family warmth and closeness. I too have learned so much from my grandson, children are brilliant in their capacity to draw others into love. ♥
Yes, we can learn a lot from children and the ways they show His love. Have a blessed day! 🙂
The Lord can use anything! A blessed message you heard!
Yes, yes! A blessed message. 🙂 Have a blessed day!
I chuckled at your lovely story Melissa. You have a thoughtful and charming way of highlighting spiritual insights and uncovering the “God Presence” in the everyday occurrence. Thank you for sharing your GIFT with us. ART STANLEY
Thank you Art. I appreciate your kind words and encouragement. We miss you very much. Hope you are well. Have a blessed week! 🙂
Wonderful story.
Thank you for reading and commenting Carol. 🙂 Have a blessed day! Hugs! 🙂
So, so sweet. Your descriptions set the stage then I could just “see” the little tent where Rowan wanted to snuggle with his Mimi.
Thank you June. Rowan is a sweet boy and he does love to snuggle. Have a blessed day! 🙂
Nawww so cute! Enjoy all those snuggles ♥
Those snuggles are the best! Have a blessed day! 🙂
I just love this Melissa! I am long over due for a “get in there” moment. I will take Him up on His offer to do just that. Thanks for the sweet reminder that He is calling us to be close to Him and warmed up by Him when life get cold and uncomfortable.
Christy
Thank you Christy. I pray we all will find those moments to be close to Him. Have a blessed day! 🙂
Your grandson sounds so adorable! It’s obvious that he is very loved, as are we in the arms of Jesus. Blessings and love xoxo
Rowan is adorable! Yes, he is loved and we are loved in the arms of Jesus. Have a blessed day dear friend! Hugs! 🙂
So sweet!
Thank you Ava. Have a blessed day! 🙂
I love this analogy! It’s still hard for me to understand “snuggling up” with the Father. Word pictures like this are so helpful. Yes, I long for it! Thanks for helping me “see” how. 🙂
Thank you Barb. I pray we all will “get in there” with God. Have a blessed day! 🙂
Oh, this made me smile!! Little Rowan brings such joy! And I love how he unintentionally pointed you to God. This time of year gets so busy. We all need this reminder! I’ve been taking a little extra time each morning to “get in there”!
Thank you Jill. I love how children can point us to God in the simplest ways. Rowan is a true joy. Have a blessed day dear friend. 🙂
A warm laugh and moving story once again. Thanks for sharing your life with us.
You are very welcome Yvonne. God provides many stories in my life. 🙂 Have a blessed day!
I gain so many insights into God through my grandchildren. Like the rest of creation, they point me to Him. Aren’t we blessed to have them in our lives?
Yes, yes, we are blessed to have grandchildren in our lives. I love how we can learn from each other. Have a blessed day! 🙂
Love this post. What a wonderful picture of our relationship with God. Have a great Thanksgiving with the family. God bless!
Thank you Nancy. Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family! Have a blessed day! 🙂
What a sweet story, Melissa. I’m a Mimi too. And I’ll always “get in there” when asked. Love those times with the Lord too!
I remember you are a Mimi, too. Isn’t that a wonderful name? Have a blessed day! 🙂
Getting in there is one of the greatest delights of life, whether next to a loved one or when drawing near to God. Thank you for sharing your story.
I love “getting in there” with Rowan and with God. Very special. Have a blessed day! 🙂
I LOVE this, Melissa! One, how adorable that he said that, but two, how true it is that God desires to “snuggle” with us in ways only He can as our Almighty Father!
Amen. I love how we can “snuggle” God at any time. Have a blessed day! 🙂
What a precious family memory and a perfect God-analogy! Hoping we see these childlike moments to snuggle with our loving heavenly Father. Blessings to you and yours!
Thank you Melissa. Blessings to you and your family. Have a wonderful weekend! 🙂
Aww to go somewhere that we may think is unusual but it’s where we need to be. Sometimes it takes a child to remind us to get in there and get closer to God.
I agree. Sometimes it takes a child to help us remember. Have a blessed weekend! 🙂
I so love this! What a precious moment with your grandson! Truly, children want and need to see adults snuggling and loving one another. It gives them a sense of security and comfort. 🙂 Great analogy of how our Lord wants us to simply “get in there” with Him. 🙂
Thank you Marcie. I learn many wonderful lessons from Rowan. Have a blessed day! 🙂
Oh Melissa, this is such a sweet picture of God’s love for us! Those Grandchildren sure have a way of touching our hearts so deeply. Thank you for sharing!
Yes, grandchildren sure do have special ways to touch our hearts and remind us of God’s love. Have a blessed week dear friend. 🙂
Melissa, I loved this. Your Rowan sounds like an absolute delight, and like a very relational child. 🙂 Thanks for the word picture of nuzzling in close to God to spend time with Him. I need this reminder, especially in this busy season. 🙂