I watch a sweet little infant, during the days--while I stay home with my kids. I enjoy watching him, because he is such a great little baby! I started watching him when he was 6 weeks old, and he is now about 3 months old. Before I began watching him, I knew that since he would be spending so much time with me, that he was bound to do a, "first," with me--and I wasn't sure how I was going to handle this when it came time.
Then last week, something happened--and I knew it hadn't happened at home yet. He rolled over! So exciting, but I just had this feeling that it wasn't meant for me. Afterall, I had watched my 2 babies learn to do new things--this was for his mom. So, I acted as if I didn't see anything--and waited hopefully that he would repeat it for his own mommy. A day went by, and the weekend went by...and nothing.
So, this week--he rolled for me again--and I thought okay, I will just video it. So, I got out my little camera, which I always happen to have nearby, layed him on his belly and hit record. Within seconds he rolled over. I thought that I should showcase his new talent in a fun way, as to ease the bittersweet news.
Both mom and dad were both excited about the news and even more excited to watch the video. But, I still felt a little guilty for having their moment. Is this crazy? Should I have never even told them? Please comment and let me know your opinion on this--because there will be more, "firsts."
Please take a moment and celebrate with this great little family, and watch him Roll Over --
Friday, October 23, 2009
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I think that is the one thing working moms feel most sad about is missing the firsts. I know Chad misses it too b/c of his work schedule. I think you did the right thing by waiting and then recording it.
Yesterday Ryleigh started crawling and I knew Chad would feel sad that he didn't get to see it, but then he was glad I told him when it happened.
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