Sh'es been crawling for about two weeks, and in those two weeks she has managed to perfect her new hobby. The worst part is that she is now trying to stand up ALL THE TIME. Don't get me wrong, I'm happy she is reaching and excelling in her milestones, but it scares me that she will learn how to walk. She is only 7 months old and it seems that she is inevitable headed in that direction. What in the world would I do with an 8 month old toddler? Tell me, WHAT?!
I've devised a strategy to stall this process and it's called "look a distraction!" I will dance, tickle, clap and even physically sit her down if she tries to stand. Ok, I sometimes let her try, but only for a few seconds. I know it's sounds selfish but it rattles my nerves to think that she wants to walk.
Last night, as I finally drifted off to sleep, I was yanked from my much coveted slumber as an image of my baby girl ran to my bedside. She was wearing her zippy pajamas, a cape and a huge bow in her hair. I heard her squeal in delight as she entered our room. It was a beautiful nightmare. I'm sure my husband would say I'm being dramatic or overreacting, he says that anyway; I just can't handle that a) she's growing up too fast b) she's crawling and becoming a real little person with thoughts, ideas and (eek) opinions, and c) she will walk, run, dance and then leave me. So, yes in a way I am being selfish, but I know it can't and just won't be for long.
Hi Brenda: I was just reading your blog and it was making me laugh....my niece will be 10 months next week...she is trying to talk already and what's funny is she just hears it once and she will say it back to you...lol...she is like a little recorder its hilarious!!! Your Elli is just adorable!
ReplyDeleteThank you, I think your niece is adorable as well! I'm learning how to let go... it's a process ;0)
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