Morning Time

Dear Ella,

Today is Saturday. Daddy woke up early with you because you were fussy and slept with you on the couch so I could get some sleep. He came in when you needed to eat and was so sleepy and tired that he crawled in bed and fell asleep while you ate. You on the other hand gulped down your breakfast and were very happy that you got to sleep with Daddy that you wanted to tell me about it with your happy baby noises.



We came downstairs and played together, having a very fun time. Then you got sleepy. Very sleepy. When you get sleepy you make baby sleepy noise. It makes me want to cuddle you for hours, but unless I leave you alone you will stay awake. You are now sleeping with your glow worm, messy hair and all. Here is the thing, my sweet little baby, I worry that these morning times won't last. That the older you get the more independent you will become. You won't want to play with Mommy all morning, you will want to play with yourself, your toys, or one day your friends. I won't make sleepy baby noises while I hold you and you won't give me a big smile when you wake up. You are growing and changing and for that I am grateful because I know you are healthy and strong and smart. But for today, just stay my little baby cuddle with me a little longer please.

Love,
Mommy