BACKSTORY: When Mollie was still in mommy’s tummy, Maggie nicknamed her “Pokey” because she always poked at Maggie (which is how Maggie interpreted the baby kicking). You might think “Pokey” is an awkward handle for a baby, but consider poor Maggie who we called “Pickle.”

At any rate, the name stuck and Pokey joined our family. In this photo I am introducing Maggie to her new little sister. It has been an amazing privilege and adventure to be their mother. I am grateful for life with them and all the surprises they continue to help me find in myself. I love you Pickle and Pokey!

All my love. All my life.