A month ago my little Millipede turned 1!
A whole year, I can't believe it. Life has changed alot in that year. And then changed back again, and then changed once more, and on it went. As each day I filled with more and more adoration. Remember at first when I loved his little arms that could not reach beyond the top of his head? Now I love his perfectly formed micro-calves. I love that he pokes his little pointer finger into any little gap it fits, mostly at the moment they live in his earholes. And I love that he loves music, laughing, his dad, reclining on things for a little rest, and practicing swimming on the kitchen floor.
We've just discovered (after a couple of scary moments) he is anaphylactic to peanuts, and my heart lurches with worry about how to keep him safe. (Did you know peanuts/peanut oil can sometimes lurk in vegetable oil, nutmeg and shampoo??!!! Just to name a few!)
But mostly this year I have learnt new things about myself. I have learnt that I will do just about anything to hear him laugh. I have learnt that I absorb and cling onto bits of advice that I hope will help me be a better mum. Here are some from various sources:
- Let the love that's in your heart beam on your face each time they enter the room (not the critical "what the hell have you rubbed through your hair now?" face).
- Always ask what's wrong when he's crying or whinging, never just assume.
- Include him.
... There are more, but for now I am besotted.
9 comments:
He couldn't be any lovelier! One whole year - what a happy trip around the sun. Congratulations!!
I love the advice to always ask what is wrong rather than assume - I've learned that one too.
And my goodness gracious, his hair is SO GORGEOUS. I am crazy with jealousy staring at these photos. Ada turned two this month and she's barely got enough hair to cover her head. My babies have been so bald!
Much love to you and your sweet family. I think of you so often.
Oh wow he is sooooooo gorgeous! What amazing eyes. and One already. craziness.
I've got two months to go before my little gumnut arrives, so keep those motherly words of wisdom coming... ;-)
What a beautiful boy he is and so lucky to have such a wonderful mum and dad too. That year has gone by so quickly and it seems like you are enjoying being besotted and have every reason to be.Just to let you know many schools have anaphylactic policies and are nut free-I think most are actually-we as teachers are very aware. I have two boys this year who are very allergic to peanuts and their medication is always close by and we all manage well. As a teacher though I must admit I am always super careful and aware but the boys pretty much manage it themselves-it is a lot more common these days-have a great week:)
He's so beautiful, Flossy! What a cutie :)
Hey is absolutely adorable! Why wouldn't you be smitten. Can't believe it has been a year. That has gone so fast. Very glad to hear you are all happy and doing well.
What a handsome boy! So happy to hear from you! And my goodness how quickly time passes! Hope you are well. Take care, my friend. And thank you for sharing some of that advice. :)
He's adorable, I love those bottom teeth!
What a gorgeous little man! I love that first piece of advice about letting your heart beam on your face when they enter the room - that really resonated with me :)
oh wow, what a gorgeous little creation you have there.
those eyes...absolutely beautiful ♥
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