A letter from a mama to her determined two-year-old
My dear child,
Thank you for making me a better person. You may not have a vocabulary of more than 30 words, but that’s okay–actions speak louder. You may also be just two years old, but there is so much you have taught me in such a short time already.
You wake up and immediately want to get dressed after milk and morning cuddles. What a productive way to start the day.
You rotate between three outfits that you prefer to wear. Such a minimalist approach to life helps Mama keep up with the laundry to make sure you have your favorite outfits to wear.
You always seem to know where stuff goes and make sure that it gets put back in its proper place. Hopefully, you will grow up to be more organized than your Mama. And hopefully, I’ll learn to be more organized in the process.
You always enjoy riding in the car and saying “wee!” as we go around corners. It’s a great and simple reminder to find joy in the mundane in our daily life.
Your need for things being in a particular order helps Mama to slow down and take things in. Patience is an important virtue to have.
Some may call your determination being spoiled rotten, however, I don’t see it that way. You have shown me to never settle for anything less than what we need.
Your care for others is amazing. You always make sure that everyone is properly clothed before leaving the house. It’s so touching that you even throw a fit until I remember to put on my hat. It is nice that you help remind me to take care of myself too.
Mama cannot wait to see where life takes you. I know with your fierce determination you will be able to conquer anything you set your mind to. We make an awesome team together. I’m thankful that I took the time to list the positives and tried to really understand your perspective to your unending stubbornness and determination as we embark on the “terrible twos.”