Motherhood Monday ~ Baby Kryptonite

I feel like my daughter's first year went by in a blink, and the second year is warp speed.  She became a real toddler before I knew it, and is busy with a side of sassy.  I love the daily chase, as exhausting as it is, but I'm amazed at her energy.  I wish I could bottle it!

I find myself thankful for how affectionate she still is, even though she can hardly sit still.  Ever.

Last week, she was being a bit aggressive while playing.  Nothing major, just getting a kick out of throwing her toys and tackling me.  I think she poked or scratched me, and I reminded her to "be gentle".

I made it into a little song to lighten the moment and calm her down.  She thought it was hysterical, and I cuddled her and stroked her cheek.  She stopped moving all together and just stared at me.

I had done it!  I'd found her kryptonite for calming.  Isn't it funny how we adapt at each stage with kids?  The "be gentle" song is our new swaddle.

(Don't worry, her reaction was way cuter with better animation.)

I let my husband in on the song that night, and he had to control his laughter when she nearly passed out while reading her book.  She was so relaxed by it.  Went right to sleep with no complaint.

The next night, he tried his luck with the song.  I think he was nervous it might be a "mommy only" deal, but not so.  She was hypnotized and nearly conked out again.

Tonight we both cuddled and sang to her before bed, and she almost face planted in her copy of Corduroy.  It was adorable, but completely hysterical.  We tried to hold back the snorting giggles, but she just stared at us and rolled her eyes.  It was too much.

I'm sure next week I'll be hopping on one foot and quoting The Cat in the Hat.  Is there anything we won't do?