My 4 year old son is a ball of energy. I don’t just mean he’s an “active boy” as many like to say, but he is a 4 AM, non-stop talking, running, spinning, jumping, climbing, attention seeking, sensory seeking, strong willed, hyperactive, never tiring child who even hums while eating. He’s generally a happy kid, …
To tell the story of my rainbow baby, I first must tell of my storm.
We weren’t trying, but it was a wonderful surprise. Being 4 days late was unusual for me, so I purchased a test.
I told my husband and we decided to unveil the results at our favourite spot — a moss covered bluff overlooking the pristine Thetis Lake. Together, while chatting about the dreams and possibilities, we hiked to the perfect spot and climbed up the hillside until we had a gorgeous view, and then opened the box I had slipped it into. Suddenly a flood of emotions came over each of us as we saw the little plus sign.
I see you there in the check out line, saying no for the hundredth time.
I see you struggling to keep your kids busy so they won’t pull all the candy off the shelf that is strategically placed in the absolute worst spot for mom’s.
I see you picking up your toddler who is kicking and screaming, leaving all your groceries in aisle 9.
Growing up, I was a tom boy. My favourite things were Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (Yes, I’m an 80’s baby), laser tag and running around play fighting with my brothers. My signature move was called the “cartwheel kick.”
We play this game almost every day. It helps us to connect and share things about our day. It’s a great conversation starter. Sometimes we’ll just quickly share or sometimes it will grow into lengthy conversations, but I always feel more connected to my family after playing this little game.
When my nephew was younger, he watched his mom take off the little end piece of a banana where theres a tiny black spot. My nephew, in true toddler form, would mimic her habit by snapping a banana right in half to get rid of that tiny end bit… Our kids are watching. They are …
