{Mother Bear}

At bedtime, as Will gave me his ritual hugs and kisses, he informed me that he "loved me google plex times the distance it takes to travel our entire universe." He continued with several {equally scientific} declarations of his love. Smiling, I asked, "Why? Why do you love me?" "Because! You are my mom and you do everything for me!" I looked into his blue eyes and told him seriously, "You know I would do anything for you, right? I would fight a bear for you." He giggled and said, "Yeah, but you would lose." I gave him one more hug and kiss and sent him on his way, with the reminder, "you never know...".  Just before the door closed, he called out, "I love you to bits & pieces mommy!" And if you can imagine, Will, I love you even more.