Thoughtful Sunday: The Blessings of Twins

I have watched my twins grow from newborns who were only happy when bundled up near each other, to children supporting each other’s insecurities as they helped each other toddle through life’s challenges. Every day, every moment, I watched. I recorded with photographs, voice recordings, and videos. Sometimes I participated, but most often they were in an impenetrable world of their own, one full of imagination and light and happiness. I have watched for nearly 12 years, marveling at each moment, noting each new accomplishment, but most especially observing in awe. What a gift my husband and I were given!

Watching my children happily chatting together in a way exclusive to twins, one devoid of any sibling rivalry, brings a deep peace to my soul. I never intended to have twins, obviously. We had no control over the process. It was simply a gift given to my husband and myself. A beautiful gift that will last our lifetimes.

Our twins complete our family. They are utterly loved and cherished. They support each other and all of us around them.  They act as a glue to our family, seaming together all of us in a happy group.

In general, their concern is chiefly for others, and not themselves. Perhaps that is a consequence of enforced sharing that is a consequence of being a twin. And that outlook provides them both with an inner peace of their own.

They are both so very different people and yet they fit with each other so perfectly. All in all, our life is beautiful because of all of our children. But the gift of watching our twins grow and live their lives is certainly a blessing beyond any other.