Noodle is reaching. And it isn't just a physical milestone but also an emotional one for me. She reaches for her crib towards the end of my "Puff the Magic Dragon" nap-time performance. She reaches for her Daddy when he comes home from work. She reaches for my mom. It is amazing that she wants places other than my body...and at the same time a wee bit sad. In the same breath, I want to keep her tethered to me and also long for freedom and an afternoon to myself. Not doing errands or cleaning while she naps.or facebooking as she starts to stir.
Sitting in some cafe, reading a book, relishing an iced-coffee. People watching. Being invisible.
Visibility is important to Nora. As her "separation anxiety" begins, it becomes ever more difficult to leave her sight without loud consequences. Books attempt to make you feel better by saying this is a healthy sign of your relationship with your baby. I suppose her waking four times a night is the same sort of "healthy" sign.
Today we opened a package from Daniel's mom. It had a beautiful purse and scarf that had belonged to his Lola Rose. Noodle adored her new treasures. And what a nice way to wish her a merry 42nd week with us. I can't believe we are 10 weeks away from parenting a toddler!
Oh, the mega-grin that her only her dad can produce!
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