I can't exactly say if this occurred throughout the entirety
of my life, but I remember in my early days of college, my parents seemingly
had a little "rivalry" going on over me. For example, if I called my
dad and chatted with him exclusively on my way to or from class, he'd always
brag about it to my mother, making her slightly jealous in the process. I can't
be 100% positive that little "rivalry" went both ways but I think
it's funny nonetheless.
I bring this up because Bethany and I already are getting to
experience those nice little moments of "rivalry" pertaining to
Ellie. Of course, since Bethany heads to work each day, it means I generally
take the advantage in our little competition.
Not that I'd be the type of person to rub it in or anything. That'd be
horrible to do to my wife. Although, it should be said that Ellie seemingly has
always liked Bethany a little more.
Now, I'm sure you're wondering just what kind of things we
are competing over. Well, the most recent thing is over one of Ellie's new
tricks. It may be bold, but I actually think this is Ellie's cutest trick yet.
What exactly is the trick you say? Simple, Ellie has learned how to give hugs.
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| Wrong kind of hug... |
The whole hugging trend began simply enough. Since I spend
so much time laying on the floor, it enables Ellie to play and interact with me
very easily. One day as I was laying there, propping myself up on one arm,
Ellie toddled over to me. She then wrapped both arms around my head and
squeezed tightly. She even patted my head affectionately. While I thought this
was cute enough, it would get cuter.
Over the weekend, I rescued Ellie from her crib after she
woke up from a nap. Holding her in my arms, I began to walk down the hallway
and was immediately stopped in my tracks. Ellie had wrapped both arms tightly
around my neck and buried her head in the crook of my neck. She then leaned
back and smiled big at me before hugging me again. While I could have just kept
that secret to myself, I was so excited that I wanted to tell Bethany
immediately. Her response was definitely one of disappointment that she hadn't
yet experienced Ellie hugs.
Over the span of the next couple of days, I enjoyed plenty
an Ellie hug to the disappointment of my wife. She was happy for me but
definitely disappointed for herself. Bethany even tried begging Ellie for a hug
every time she held her. Ellie's response? Trolling my wife in typical Ellie
fashion. Finally, on Saturday night when being carried to her room by Bethany,
Ellie wrapped both arms around her mother and hugged her tight before being put
down in her crib for the night.
I'm certainly a huge fan of Ellie's newfound propensity for
hugging. Although it's difficult to get one out of her with any consistency, I
would argue there's no feeling better than a baby hug. I've had sloppy baby
kisses, lots of snuggles, and naps on my belly. However, there's something
about your child actually being able to show love in that manner that is very
special.
Especially when you were able to experience them all by
yourself for a few days before your wife. #DaddyWrite
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