- They love you.
- You love them.
- It will be fun.
- You'll make their day.
- You'll get to see them smile.
- And make them laugh.
- You'll find out how tall they've grown.
- You'll get to find out whether they're still crazy about Thomas the Tank Engine or Ariel.
- You can find out what they're doing in school.
- Learn who is your child's best friend.
- Find out whether they still love grilled cheese sandwiches.
- Play a board game.
- Let them win!
- She'd love for you to see her wearing her favorite outfit.
- He'd love to play catch with you.
- You can play tag and let them catch you.
- You can ask her what she wants for her birthday.
- He can ask you those questions he wouldn't dare ask anyone else.
- You'll sleep better at night knowing you kept your promise.
- They'll sleep better because they got to see them gleam in your eye for themselves.
- Hugs (need I say more?)
- Because each time you do, it will get easier.
- Because it's a reflection of the person you are.
- Because of the person you want him or her to become.
- Finally, because it's your actions from here on out that really matter (as opposed to whatever took place in the past).
Reasons to See Your Kids
By Jennifer Wolf, About.com
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