Gabi, my 9 year old wanted to make sure I was going to sing her 7 year old brother his bedtime prayers tonight even though his twin sister was at a sleepover. I said “yes” and then she quietly asked me if I was going to sing to her prayers tonight. I didn’t miss a beat and said “yes, of course.” How precious that she should ask. What a blessing to be able to hear this gentle question from a child~’will you sing me my bedtime prayers?
The kids love their bedtime ritual and miss it when it doesn’t happen. I sometimes forget that. There are plenty of nights when bedtime is complete chaos and we can’t wait to finish up with them and say a lila tov–a goodnight. Even tonight, actually, I sent a text to a friend saying it will be nice to put the kids to sleep and have a bit of quiet time.
And now I find myself thinking our bedtime ritual of books~n~prayers provides a great measure of comfort, safety and blessing to the kids. I am filled with gratitude for being present enough to hear Gabi’s quiet, sweet request tonight.
Shavua Tov~May this be a good week of returning to what really matters!
Ayin Tova: To See The Good 
"Shavua Tov~May this be a good week of returning to what really matters!"AMEN!!!!!!!!!!!