Learning What They Live

Henry helps Morabelle settle down in the sling.

Kids have a way of holding a mirror up to their parents.  From the time that Evelyn could speak, I have had daily glimpses of my phrases, mannerisms, and habits.  Most of the time, it's not too unflattering.  It is clear from both Evelyn's and Henry's play that when I talk on the phone, I walk around the house and often say "doing well, how are you?  Yeah, yeah, bye!"  Of course, there are also moments when I hear my words on the lips of my child and I just cringe.  Do I really sound like that?  I'm sure I do get exasperated sometimes; I'm only human.

Today, Evelyn and Henry were pretending that Evelyn's little white dog (Morabelle) was very tired and sad.  Evelyn tried to wrap her up in a blanket for a nap.  Henry suggested we put her in the Ergo.  I found a doll sling and the kids took turns wearing little Morabelle, patting her gently as they bounced.  It was very sweet to see that they'd picked up such gentle and loving techniques.