There's something to be said for quality time with our kids, but even more to create and cultivate the one on one relationships with them. Together these two little boys that we are raising are beyond a handful at times: The Dynamic Duo. There is a constant give and take between the two of them and we are really seeing some new things in their friendship. "Sharing is caring" has always been a silly motto around here, but it's been heightened lately now that Payton can express what he wants, when he wants it.
Recently, I've watched Tim gain management controls for certain pieces of our day and I hold the key to others. Our morning rituals of waffles, have now become filled with morning surprises that are layered on top of the waffle depending on how everyone's morning is going. If Cameron doesn't have any "temper-tampers" then he and Tim have created a game that ends with a surprise that Cameron really wants. I'm not sure if he wants it more because it's usually a sweet treat, or if he wants it more because Tim is making him laugh so hard as he creates the surprise.
After school, we rally Tucker from wandering the streets by watching Payton call him - "D-ah" (like dog without the g) and patting his belly. We check the mail and we maneuver the trash cans as needed. We work together to get something edible for dinner on the table, and boom the night works its way down the to-do list. Sure, there is always time for laughing or dance parties, books or games but tends to be on a pretty solid timeline.
Taking a moment of one on one time and separating the kids has become pretty magical, too. We have our individual ways, we have our bonds and special ways we connect. I won't speak for Tim, but when I catch he and Cameron sharing a moment, it makes me gush. I see little glimpses of the future and more importantly I know how much Cameron will treasure those moments as he gets older.
I have my own moments with each of them too, of course. But the one I captured this weekend was with Payton while Cameron and Tim worked on the sprinklers.
Moments with the baby of the family really melt my heart, especially at this stage. He wants to do everything and is going to push the limits on life for us.
It's ok, he'll look adorable doing it and it will keep me young at heart... Right?
To the Grandparents in our lives: Happy Grandparents Day!
We appreciate you and love you more then we'll ever be able to show you.
We are beyond grateful for the quality relationships that each of you hold with our Dynamic Duo.
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