A Visit from Papi!

A couple of weeks ago, we were honored to have a short but sweet visit from Papi Jean-luc.  He was stateside for a little over a week for some church business, and decided he couldn't be this close without seeing you sweet Zaylee.  (and I'm sure his boys and Jenny Joy too! :) )  He flew in late on Sunday night, and since I had to feed you before bed, he was able to snuggle you for a few minutes without having to wait until morning.  He liked this fact very much! 

He loves you very much Zaylee Jean, and was overjoyed to spend a few days waking up to you each morning.  When you were still in my belly, he could hardly stand waiting for you.  Then when you were finally here, it killed him to be so far away and have to wait a few more months to hold you in his arms.  He lived through the pictures and videos of you, and found you to be the biggest stress relief he has ever had.  There were days, he said, that he would just stare at your sweet little face and feel completely at ease.  When days are hard and troublesome, he looks at you and feels peace. 

We often hear him say things such as: 
"Oh I love this!"
"I could get used to this!" 
"I'm addicted to you sweet girl!"
"I never knew how much I would love being a Grandpa"
"I won't get tired of this"  

On the Wednesday of his visit, I had to go to my morning Bible Study.  I had planned to bring you with me as usual, but thought since he was here with us, and doesn't get much time with you, I would leave you home with your Papi.  I think he enjoyed the one on one time you two shared, and I was so happy for that. 

When he is holding you, he kisses your hand over and over, and you love every bit of it.  The roughness of his facial hair tickles your little hands, and you giggle.  You look at his face so meaningfully as you place your hand softly on his cheek.  It's so precious to watch the interaction between you two, and the fullness of his love for you. 

You are very loved little lady.  Near and far.  I hope you grow up knowing the love your four grandparents hold for you.  I never fully knew what having Grandparents felt like, and I always felt I was missing something so meaningful.  I pray you will know full well what it feels like to grow up with memories and stories of the four beautiful people you have the honor of calling Grandma D, Grandpa D, Papi and Mamie!