Just Being

Dear Audrey:

The last few weeks, away from the camera, and "just being" with you have been incredible.  I have managed to slow down and just enjoy the slow paced days with you...no running here and there, sometimes never getting out of our pjs.  These have been the best days for me.
I love working, but there is nothing more that I love than "just being" your mom.
We have painted and colored and baked and had movie marathons, and read books and played games. We have played dress up and dressed the house up for Valentines. I have managed to "feed" my soul and "feed" your dads belly. It has been simple AND JOYOUS!  It is everything that I always say I am going to do, and I have!
My promise to read you a new story every night has turned into 2 and 3 stories a night, and it has been ALL GOOD!
I must say, being able to curl up on a recliner with you and also read a good book for myself has also been a plus.
So, as the new month comes into the horizon, I realize that my plans to slow down need to be even more concrete. I really CAN still enjoy some independence and do my job and STILL keep myself centered around you and home.  I really CAN say NO and the world doesnt end. Saying no to everything else and saying YES to you is so much more rewarding.
The calendar for my business was such a good first step, and I am surely sticking to it, for you my SQWEETHEART( your silly way of saying it) and for me.
Thanks for being my most precious constant companion.

Love,
Mom