Watching a two-year old learn to deal with her emotions and navigate through her day is a fascinating study in human development. Toddler 2 hit the infamous “terrible 2’s” a little early, so we’re kind of used to the intensity at this point. But, it never fails to amaze us just how dramatic her version…
Toddler 1 woke up Monday morning (at the foot of our bed), crying and very visibly upset about something. So, the Spouse leaned up to console her and see what was going on, to which this was the reply (between sobs): “I had a bad dream. I spilled my vegetables at Target.” Well, who wouldn’t…
Well, Doggie 2’s rattle came out effortlessly. (The velcro is another story… my surgical skills on plush animals have their limits). But, when I got ready to sew up the incision site, I realized that, shamefully, I don’t own a needle or thread. Now if you want a calligraphy pen, a paper cutter, or any…
Both of my girls have an attachment to a stuffed animal or blankie. Toddler 1 has her beloved “Lambie,” and Toddler 2 has “Doggie.” (Aren’t we so creative with names around here?!) When Toddler 1 was a baby and first formed her “Lambie” attachment, I realized how imperative it was that we have a back-up…