Mothers and Daughters

In this life, I know there is always one thing I can bond with my daughter over and that is beauty. No matter what type of day we are having, I can say "let's do your nails", "let me try something with your hair" or even lately "lets take care of those black heads". Every time she loves it. It's more then a girl thing, it's something she gets to do with mom that her brother doesn't.
Tonight is her very first talent show. I remember my first talent show at her age just like it was yesterday. You could imagine my excitement when her friends were talking about what to do for make up and she said "my mom can do it!". I would love nothing more then to do it and share in that experience with her but due to the circumstances of how she's getting ready I won't be able to. This is one if those times divorce is just as hard on the parents and ultimately the child comes before your own wants. I may not be there to help her get ready, but I sure as heck will be one proud mom in the audience. ... Besides, I have all weekend long to spoil them