Tau and Nite Nite

Funny how children name things. Cooper call's his special blanket his "Tau" and Cole calls his blanket his "Nite, Nite".   The other night Matt and Ashley were out and I went up to their bedroom to be closer to the kids.   Cooper was I thought asleep in their bed but when I went to lay down he said, hi Gee.  I said I thought you were asleep and he said well I've been counting sheep.   I've counted 18 so far and can't fall asleep.   We chatted for awhile and then he asked me to get his Tau for him from his bedroom.   Once I gave him his Tau he went sound asleep.  Cole of course was already asleep with his nite nite.  He wraps himself up in his.  I guess we all have our comfort items or food.   Both boys do many things alike but also have their special names for what is important to them.  The boys have taught me so much.  They are pure joy to watch.

You ought to be writing in your blog

A friend just reminded me and I must admit I don't know where the time has gone since my last entry.   Cooper has turned 5 years old in February and every day he reminds me of how strong 5 year olds are.  You can see the changes in both boys.  Cole will be 2 in April.   Actually they have been the focus of all my attention these past 3 months.  There is much to write about and I promise to get with it.  Ashley's family came to visit, Ken came from Chicago, and this weekend the cousins are coming during their spring break.  We are having lots of rain right now but am looking forward to the tulip season and all the beautiful flowers.  So far health is holding up and I have been working on an article about things to think about when you come to live with your children.  I think I'll start printing it on my blog.  More to follow.  Thank you Joyce for reminding me to write.