Bus Rides

We have continued our morning and afternoon bus rides to and from school. Madi loves being on the bus, says hi to people and then says to me "I said hi" and asks for more when we are getting off. Leaving school has been a challenge for Madi. She likes to finish what she is doing and she is 2, so it goes without saying she likes to assert her strength and independence wherever and whenever possible, so oft are heard the words "No mommy, leave".

On walks to the bus, or walking outside in general, the struggle is always allowing her time to see the little things in life that may veer us from the path we are on, yet get to where we need to be on time. Madi likes to stop and look at a fire hydrant, the moon which may be visible in daylight, an airplane, doggy, store front, etc. And while I admire her curiosity and while it teaches me to calm down, slow down, that schedules aren't always the end all be all, life is more important...we still need to be where we need to be on time because I am quite sure my boss would not appreciate "Madi was observing a cab" as a late excuse everyday!

We are astonished at how Madi has been changing and growing. She is so aware of people and things, even when they are out of sight and out of mind! She is a healthy eater, loves veggies and fruit and all sort of types of foods. Sometimes the small parenting "challenges" that come up get erased when we see all the positive she brings to our life.

Thanks for reading,
The Abelsons