Since welcoming a baby brother, Simon has had a lot of changes to get used to. He loves baby Anson and loves to be the big brother, but there are some tough changes too. Two-year-olds must be the most reactive but also the most resilient critters on the planet though - because Simon just thinks life is peachy even when he's having a rough & fussy day. Moments after flailing & having a tantrum he'll inevitably look up at me, tears in his eyes, give a cheesy grin and say "Simon's happy."
Every time the midwife has stopped by for a follow-up on Anson, Simon excitedly talks and shows all his toys to "friend Ami." Every time a friend comes by to bring us a meal, Simon smothers him or her with chatter and toys and eager declarations of his big-brother-ness. And sometimes a visitor will bring a gift or a treat for Simon, knowing that he might need a little extra love & focus & fun. "Friend Lupe" (one of Simon's favorite babysitters & our friend) brought us dinner last night, and also had some carrot cake she'd made especially for Simon to enjoy. He did.
Every time the midwife has stopped by for a follow-up on Anson, Simon excitedly talks and shows all his toys to "friend Ami." Every time a friend comes by to bring us a meal, Simon smothers him or her with chatter and toys and eager declarations of his big-brother-ness. And sometimes a visitor will bring a gift or a treat for Simon, knowing that he might need a little extra love & focus & fun. "Friend Lupe" (one of Simon's favorite babysitters & our friend) brought us dinner last night, and also had some carrot cake she'd made especially for Simon to enjoy. He did.
Another good part about having a new baby is that Adam stays home from work every day...for now. Even though he's busy trying to keep all three of us more needy family members taken care of, he still makes time just to play & wrestle with his big boy.
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