Oh I just had a moment. I tiptoed into Kiran's room. I walked past the empty pack-n-play and peered into the other corner of the room. There she was- asleep on her side with her back to me. She was holding one of the three stuffed animals that went to bed with her tonight. She simultaneously looked so old sleeping in her new Big Girl bed and so young swallowed by all that empty space. I walked out with tears in my eyes. I'm so proud of her- she was so excited to sleep in her Big Girl bed and she did beautifully, going right to sleep. But I'm sad that yet another milestone has been passed- another reminder that she is growing older and needing me less. She's less of a baby and more of a little girl. My little girl.
Are all milestones bittersweet for mothers?
P.S. No name for the niece yet. We gave them a 48 hour time limit and then the aunt and uncle get to name her! Actually I think they are getting close and hopefully they will pick the name I suggested! I'll let you know!
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You made me cry!
We went out to dinner last night with a family from church to celebrate their daughter going to college today. Although it is a very different milestone, your post sounded a lot like what her mom was saying last night. Guess those milestones never stop happening!
Sweet!
i don't mean to make you feel bad with this but be thankful you have sienna when kiran is hitting milestones. i think that is why milestones are super hard on me...i fear it's the only time i'll get to do it.
beth- i totally understand what you mean. I am so grateful to know that I get to experience it all again. Even the bittersweet moments. Although I think potty training is not going to be bittersweet.
haha Kelley I liked your comment.
"Aw, Kiran stopped pooping her diaper!" sniffed Kelley, as a tear trickled down her cheek.
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