homey home

I think I received one of the sweetest compliments. I had some kids over yesterday for tutoring (the big sister often likes to come and spend time here while I tutor her brother). I think that these kids feel something when they are here in our home that they really like. That "homey" feeling. Not to say that they don't have that at their own home, but I think they feel it here too. They both commented that they love coming here and wish they could be here more often. This is what they experienced yesterday.

- Tutored the 8 year old for reading, phonics and math
- Played games together (yep, I played too)
- Read them stories
- Played with Little People toys (even though they are kind of a young toy, I think it gives these kids the freedom to be kids and not feel like they have to be too grown up)
- Snacks: they each enjoyed homemade cinnamon rolls (from fresh milled wheat)
- Were here for several hours with OUT the TV on

I always want our home to feel like a homey home. Not that it is perfect (nope, it is not). But I do desire our home to be a safe place to "fall". To be comfortable and secure.

When we were talking at the snack table, they mentioned that they wished they could come back again. Now that is such a sweet compliment. I am glad they like it here.