I love you

Yes! Rachel said that to me last night!

The first time was after I picked her up from daycare and put her in the car, cuddling a little bit before I settled her in the car seat and we went home.

WHAT did you just say? I asked her.

"I lav you," she said. (that's how it comes out. Not a grownup, perfect "I love you," but recognizable all the same!).

I was so touched that tears filled my eyes.

Then she said it a couple of times before bed. And this morning, as I was unlocking her from her car seat, she said, "I LOVE you," with emphasis.

I'm hoping she says that a couple more times tonight because I've had a terrible day at work and I could really use some innocent, enthusiastic toddler love right now.