Stage five clinger

Yup I have one.

Little arms constantly reaching up, always wanting to be carried.

Constantly climbing all over me.

Never a moment alone. (Not even in the bathroom!)

It's been tiring.

And even though I wish this phase would pass (like yesterday) I have to remind myself that it won't last forever and one day she will be pushing me away instead of trying to bring me closer.

No matter where I go these days she is always right on my heels. She is always watching what I am doing. And if I am not looking at her she gets right in my face and she will turn my head so I am looking at her.

All she wants is the love and attention from her Mom. To know that she matters. To know that she is loved. Well baby girl, you are. You are the centre of my world (until your brother gets home, then you have to share it!) You little girl are loved beyond words. I am never too busy to not pay attention to you, and even though you grow bigger everyday you will always have a place in my arms.

You run with outstretched arms towards me to be engulfed into a big bear hug. And the best part about it is when you reach around me with your little arms and hug back. It's my most favourite part.

So baby girl, keep reaching out for Mommy, keep asking for those hugs and just keep being you because I will always be there reaching back for you.