Bowling for Smiles

Both of Mary's sister left for Girls camp yesterday. Usually that makes Mary sad - she misses them. But...
Yesterday was a good day with Mary. And, to make it even better, she was invited to Kristen's birthday party at the Bowling alley.

Years ago, when Mary was in High School, she loved to bowl. Loved it. LOVED, LOVED, LOVED it. Did I say she loved it? It completely delighted her, plus, she was pretty darn good at it. Well, bowling is one of those things that Mary no longer wanted to do during her regression. SO..., I wasn't too sure if she'd like this bowling party thing.

Mary & sisters in the van

I worried for nothing. From the time we got there and got her shoes on, to the time she went to bed last night, it was BIG smiles. So happy. Giggling. She still loves bowling, obviously. Plus, she loves her friends. Kristen and Cindy are so good to her. They watch out for her - maybe because they are older - they feel protective of her.

I am grateful for good friends for Mary. I am grateful for bowling and all the other things that Mary loves again. Looks like we'll be doing this for Family night more often in the future!