awareness

Brooklyn recently got an early Christmas present of a Christmas bear from G-pa Boutelle. I sat it in her room next to her changing station, and was surprised she noticed it right away. Forget "talking" to mom or dad, this bear is what she chose to have her 1st conversation with. It's amazing how much more she watches our mouths when we speak & tries to talk to us now.
This morning, I ran into her room to check on her-thinking she was sleeping longer than usual & wanted to make sure everything was ok. It was- in fact, she was wide awake, just laying there, looking at the tiger on her bumper.I stayed & watched her for awhile kick her legs & arms around in excitement-just enjoying the moment. For the first time, I realized how little time I have left at home with her before I go back to work.