Katherine, you
grow so much every day. I am not just talking about your physical size (even
though some days it seems we can almost watch you grow - and judging by the
length of your pants, you are in a phase where you are growing by leaps and
bounds).
I am talking
about your personality and character developing rapidly. You are not only
growing into a bright, curious toddler, but also into a caring young girl.
A few days ago
we were at the office, and in the afternoon you love having a little cup of
rice pudding as a snack. The nice thing about the office is that there is a
small fridge, just the perfect size for you to independently get what you feel
like snacking. We keep your favourites there – cheese, grapes… and of course
cups of rice pudding. Your daddy and I were working at our desks and you were roaming
around. All of a sudden I heart the fridge door being opened and after a while
being closed again. I heard some mumbling and expected you to come and see me
or daddy to get some help in opening a package of cheese or rice pudding.
Instead, you walked up to daddy’s desk, put a cup of rice pudding beside him,
then continued your path to my desk and repeated the same action, placing a cup
of rice pudding beside me. When I asked you if this was for me, a bright smile
appeared on your face, you nodded your head and said “eat!”. Your expression then
turned to a more serious look and you were clearly in thought. You turned
around, walked away and shortly after I heard rumbling noises coming from the
kitchen area. When you re-appeared, you walked up to daddy’s desk, placed a
spoon beside him and repeated this at my desk. Bringing a cup and spoon for you
as well, we were now all ready to have an afternoon snack. This was by far the
best cup of rice pudding I ever had!
You are teaching
me that showing someone we care doesn’t need to be complicated. A hug, a moment
to listen… or a cup of rice pudding. I love you always and forever.
