Mama

Sullivan has finally fully incorporated that simple, yet deeply meaningful phrase of "mama" into her working vocabulary. Although she has said it before, now it is part of her constant babble and Ah! What a smile it brings me! It is really awesome to watch her learn each day and the simple joys she finds in watching our dog run around the yard, seeing silly faces from Daddy, enduring my ridiculous dance moves and splashing around in the tub. Having a child keeps one so grounded! When I become engulfed in deep thought about our economy, the abortion clinic down the street, challenges in teaching, etc., she has a way of really lifting my spirit and making me smile. Another of my favorite things that she does is her "singing." She "talks" and sings to herself as she plays or rides in the car or eats...it is really endearing.

Last week Lee went to Charlotte,NC from Wednesday night until Sunday afternoon for a medical conference and me and Sullivan had some serious bonding times at home, the park and downtown. We missed Lee so much and are thrilled that this weekend, in honor of Valentine's Day, Lee has taken off Friday and Monday and we even have a babysitter for Saturday night so that we can have dinner and more out on the town. Can't wait! Have a great Valentine's Day!