A young girl’s heartwarming reaction to spotting her family in the audience at her Christmas dance performance is captured in a precious moment. After finishing her performance with her classmates and taking a bow, the girl eagerly searches for her parents. When she finally hears her name called out and sees them, she lights up with the sweetest smile.

Maria Shriver shared the adorable video on Instagram, describing the joy she feels when seeing her granddaughters: “This is precisely how I feel when I see my granddaughters—pure and absolute delight! My face lights up, I clap my hands, and I simply feel pleased.”

She adds, “I hope you have someone, or several people, who make you feel this way. That elicits this reaction in you. We all need joy in our lives, and it is the most valuable present you can bestow!”

Don’t miss the heartwarming video below: