Entry #10
~ Big girls
My
babies are sleeping soundly upstairs while I carve some
time to write about them. I guess they aren't "babies"
any more. We took down the cribs two days ago and they
have taken to their "big girl" beds without a hitch (yet!).
They run, play, pretend, and talk so well now. They are
definitely distinct from each other as far as personalities
go. Daddy still gets them mixed up when he looks at them.
I never could.
Aimee
- My little fireball, a bundle of energy and enthusiasm
from morning until night. She explores the world with
delight and glee. She has to be part of everything. She
wants to see how things work, why mommy puts stuff here,
and is fearless as long as mom and dad are near. She's
my sloppy kisser, my "little teapot," and my finger paint
with ketchup kid.
Mandy
- My soulful girl, inquisitive, patient, and loving. She
hugs us when we are sad. She believes lovies and baby
dolls are necessities. She explores with her sister, but
is often the "victim" to her sister not sharing. She plays
with books, sings to herself, and can slide down any slide
without fear. She's my engineer, my crayon eater and my
cuddle anytime girl.
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The
biggest girl - Kate
Kate
is ready for preschool, has the "real" big girl bed (because
it's bigger and on a frame), and is my mini-me. From being
sensitive to the same medications as me to having a good
tantrum on occasion, she is my shadow. She loves to cook
with me, and pretend play. She could listen to a hundred
books before bedtime if we let her. She loves to grocery
shop, "sew" with me, and write on the computer. She's
my princess, my helper, and my constant companion.
My
life and heart are definitely full for my children. I
cannot imagine missing a moment in their development.
Being at home with them is the hardest, most demanding
job I have ever had, it is also my greatest joy. I am
truly blessed.

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