Spring Road Hog?

We've had a rather rough Midwestern winter with very low temperatures and lots of snowy days. When the temperatures suddenly rose to almost 49 degrees, it felt like spring although most Chicagoans are not fooled. We're never confident of lasting warmth until May. However, it was a good time to take KC out for a walk. The sidewalks still have snow on them so we walked on the road. We can do this rather safely since our little village is set off away from the busier streets. At first KC begged to be carried and then when she felt the wind in her downy hair, giggled and started unsteadily zigzagging about the street stopping to see a leaf dancing with the wind, a puddle of melting snow catching the sparkling sunlight and shadows painting the street. Everything was magical and needing investigation. As we watched her, everything was new for us, too. Perhaps that's why we love babies so much. They remind us again of the wonders that are always there for us if we only look with innocent eyes.

Daughter and Granddaughter

My daughter was born two weeks early 32 years ago. She drives everywhere, is organized, responsible, loving, smart and responsible. Her daughter, my granddaughter is independent, opinionated, loving, full of humor and adorable, just as my daughter was so long ago. And yes, she's still that way also.

I am constantly amazed at seeing my daughter being a mother. She reads everything there is to read about child care and makes sure she is raising her baby in the best way possible. Her husband is also always there to make sure his daughter is well cared for. There's so much child research out now and available on the Net constantly contradicting each other that it's rather maddening but somehow they do the best they can, as we did.

My granddaughter is 14 months old now. Sometimes, as I watch her toddle about the room, I suddenly see my daughter and it brings home to me how quickly the time has passed. People used to always tell me things like that when I was younger and I listened with half an ear. But it's true. It's true.

I am filled with pride for my beautiful daughter and I'm thrilled that now she will have a daughter to be proud of also.