During a quiet nursing moment earlier today, I began reflecting on how much love my girl has for her brother. She LOVES this little guy...she really, really does. I was so worried about how Rhea might adjust to her new sibling and the reality of sharing me with a very needy little bundle of cries, bodily functions and nonstop nursing. But even in the earliest of stages before he became the master of the winning smile shown above, it was a very smooth and natural transition. In fact if I suggest "Mama and Rhea" adventures she always tell me they sound great...but then will inevitably wonder if we could bring Stashu along too. Same goes for story telling when I dream up intricate stories she will always insist that Stashu is given a staring role. It is just so heartwarming. I'm hoping all this goodwill remains as he becomes more mobile, grabby and starts slobbering all over her toys.
I have decided to simply enjoy and treasure this time. I figure Rhea is building a very solid foundation of love from which all future interactions, both positive and negative, can eventually play out. At the very least I will have these words to remind her of her pure and sweet three year old rapture. What a beautiful thing to behold.
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Stashu is growing soooo fast... and is soooo adorable. And now he can roll to his destination... wait until he's crawling. hahaha
And Rhea, my beauty. Love that little girl.
I just checked the site and realized you started posting again! You have gorgeous kids. And Rhea is such a kind and loving soul! It's at least partially a testament to how much love she is showered with at home by you and Bert. I'm so happy for your guys! Love, Janah
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