Tuesday, September 04, 2012

Things to do when you're one

 
Nearly 28 years ago, my father-in-law died unexpectedly twelve days after the birth of Son. It was a strange time, a mixture of sorrow and joy. I'm experiencing similar feelings at the moment - grief for my mother and happiness in the smiles of Grandson. Did we have fun today? We did.
 
 
Here he is, considering what to do next. I think I detect the light of mischief in those eyes.
 
 
 Ah, that's it: take the bowl of keys off the shelf and play with them.
 
 
 A pause to look at a book...
 
 
... and back to the play tunnel.
 
 
Peekaboo!
 
 
A little tune on the piano...
 
 
... and out for a walk in the new sunhat.
 
Life is simple and fun when you're nearly fourteen months old. How I love him.

7 comments:

  1. The simplest things give pleasure to a toddler.....it must be lovely to have such an uncomplicated life!

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  2. He is lovely. Isn't it amazing how babies and little children just love bunches of keys, and find them endlessly fascinating!

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  3. That's a very varied set of activities....must be keeping you on your toes Grandma.
    Be glad that your Mum got the pleasure of seeing wee G-Gson before she died.
    Speaking from experience..... make sure he doesn't " post," the keys anywhere - it can be very inconvenient!

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  4. Such a darling little boy! And so busy which is just what he should be at this age. And what a blessing for you all.

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  5. Grandson really is scrumptious. And what a lot he manages to pack into a day!

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  6. and the brain development that's going on is truly awesome and never to be repeated at such a rate!!

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