Lately I've written a lot about Nora's desire to be near me. Really near. In a few minutes we will test this new stage. A few moms and their babies are en route. We will play outside on the grass under the shade of an umbrella. I'll lead us in silly songs and clapping antics designed to thrill even the most resistant smiler (often MY daughter). Then, with a sweet kiss placed upon her squirrel cheeks, I'll say "Bis bald, Susse" and walk away...a block away...to have a coffee and read a book.
Last time we tried this, my phone rang in about 7 minutes. Nora's screams piercing my ears...let alone those of the other moms in the same room with her. I abandoned my hour of freedom...can drove back to my snott-nosed cuddler.
We'll try again today. A three minute walk...the air filled with I hope just a gentle breeze (and not her distant screams).
**Maybe more later...posting before playdate and as Nora wakes up...and before days pass...no editing, no spellcheck....
About today's photo shoot...
Noodle has discovered the art of snuggling. She adores this white bear. Burying her face into his fur, mouthing his stiched felt snout, poking his black plastic eyes. Her face lights up each morning when he comes out of the basket and lands in her embrace.
So, it was only fitting that she snuggle with him today for our photo shoot.I
*We also spent a lovely afternoon with my cousin Cheryl and her oh-my-world-so-old daughter, Teighler. Starting high school...wow....unbelievable.
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