Today is our one-month anniversary marking the date we took full custody of Gia. I'm not going to lie--it hasn't been an easy month--lots of ups and downs, but we're starting to see some significant progress in our relationship. For starters, Gia is now letting Rob hold her, kiss her, hug her, and play with her--but still on her terms. We'll take it. Maybe next week or next month there will be more equal play, but for now, it's progress.
For me, though I've weathered many temper tantrums, there are still quite a few things I love. For example:
1. Waking up in the morning with Gia cuddled in the crook of my neck, with her arm wrapped across my chest. (Yes, our family co-sleeps.)
2. Rocking her to sleep--I love the smell of her hair and her warm, cuddly body wrapped in mine.
3. Tickling her and hearing her deep belly laugh.
4. Watching her give commands to the dog in her baby language.
5. Watching her pour a pitcher of water on her head in the bathtub.
6. And even though I complain about her clinginess, I secretly love when she hides behind my legs.
7. Best of all--I love watching her give Rob a kiss--it's the greatest.
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