Daddy Daughter Dance

 

I can't express just how much joy this picture brings me!  This is the third year Lauren has attended the Daddy Daughter Dance... and the third time she has taken John as her date.  It is so cute to watch how the two of them interact as they get ready and later recount the night's events.  Divorce leaves a giant hole; one caused by no longer getting to witness the bond between your child and the other parent.  I honestly think that's been the hardest aspect of divorce for me; knowing that no matter how much a step-parent loves your child, you will never truly share the same feelings that come from watching their birth, milestones and disappointments.  Anyway, back to the dance.  This year was a special one, because Lauren was able to be accompanied by both John and Mark.  She was one lucky girl!