Reunion

You probably didn't know, because we haven't been discussing it, but Libby and Bear have been separated since last Tuesday. As in, what, 9 days ago? Yes, it's true, Bear didn't make it home from playtime at the J's house but she was hiding (as dear Libby has taught her to do so splendidly) in the couch cushions, perhaps never to be found. Lo! Behold! Bear was discovered and returned to Libby and the reunion was oh-so-sweet. I think she had doubts that she would be found but she still asked every night at bedtime, "would you look for bear while i'm sleeping?" When she got her lovable friend in her arms and hugged she said to me, "now i can sleep again." And now mama can stop searching Ebay for a new old bear... Word of Wisdom for all moms of young children: if you find your child becoming attached to a stuffed animal, a lovie blankie, a doll, etc. BUY A BACKUP (and hide it well).

She's excited, and Maren's already learning to look at the camera during photo time.

oh how sweet.