We are not early risers at the Barnes' house. I realize there are many things I could accomplish if I would get out of bed with the sun. I could enjoy a few moments of silence, I could shower without someone standing outside the glass door, I could exercise (but why would I want to go and waste those precious hours on something like sweat?) I could be exceptionally productive all before the first sleepy-child says, "Good morning, momma."
But most mornings I hear, "Good morning Momma," by my bedside. Instead of being awakened by the sun, I am awakened by a messy, curly, haired girl in Sleeping Beauty pajamas looking to cuddle. Beaux is usually the first to rise. Every morning she stumbles into our room,
crawl across Dan, and curls up right next to me.
She loves for me to scratch her back or run my fingers through her hair. She loves to scratch my back and play with my hair. She loves to be loved. Can you blame me for wanting to stay in bed and enjoy this every morning? It isn't a bad way to start the day.
The other day, as we were lying there, she was intently staring at my face. She wasn't saying anything, just intently starring. I could tell the wheels in her mind were turning, but with this girl, there is just no telling what she might be thinking. She touched my nose, my chin, and my eyelashes. I thought we were sharing a special, little moment when I heard a very sweet, little voice say, "Momma.... you look kinda yucky."
Now in her defense- it was early- and we were up close and personal. I'm quite sure I needed to brush my teeth... and my hair.... and my face was a little oily..... and yesterday mascara left my eyes a little dirty... nonetheless I wasn't looking my personal best. I just had to laugh at her little comment- laugh and get up and take a shower! That's what I get for sleeping in.
And I couldn't take it too personally, if you could have only seen Beaux's hair that morning.
Bed head is an understatement....
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Just think how bad it'll be when our granddaughters snuggle up to us! If our girls think we look bad now, wait til we have wrinkles and jowls! The only thing that makes it fair is that by then, Beaux's daughter will be saying the same thing to her :)
I love Beaux for so many reasons and this little story just adds to the list. Speaking of things I love about Beaux "Georgia, you been missing me?" Is another one of my favorites.
makes me sad that we live so far away. since we moved when she was a baby, we have had to settle for second hand stories. and a couple of hours at christmas just isn't long enough for us to see the colorful personality that we hear so much about. so thankful for the stories and little glimpses into your day. what sweet (and adorable) babies you have!
That is great! Kids always tell the truth (sometimes I don't want to hear it) I love them. We miss you guys.
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