In late 2005 I was the very proud (and tired) Mum of an energetic little boy and a cuddly baby girl. They were a delight (any time before about 7pm) and I thought I was the luckiest Mum ever.
My babies were 20 months apart in age, and to this day I look back at that time as one of the most challenging of my life. As well as the most wonderful.
Fast forward to 2011 and when the now big kids are at school, some days it almost feels like I've stepped back in time. Once again I have an energetic little boy, and the most delightful baby girl imaginable.
The biggest change is that these small two are so very different in personality to the big ones. My big two are still incredibly challenging (and still wonderful). They are both very driven, determined and at times anxious small people. My small two are cruisy, easy going little souls who fill my days with cuddles and giggles. I hope they both remain relaxed and happy as they grow older.
And these days I don't just think, I KNOW I am the luckiest Mummy ever. To be blessed twice over with little pigeon pairs who adore each other, who enjoy each other's company, and who are so appreciative of one another is a joy to behold. And yes, we breed them same same (same same). But also very different :)
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Beautifully said mummy Kate - happy mother day :O)
ReplyDeleteBeautiful little munchkins!
ReplyDeleteI've had this same feeling from time to time - of course my small two are the same as my big two in that all of mine are boys, but then also my big big is a brunette and my small big is fair, and that repeated itself (with less ginger) in my small big and my small small. My brunettes are similar personality types, and so are my fair haired children, but there are always differences, too...
ReplyDeleteI have a three year old and a four year old too. It's awesome, but surreal after having done this all those years ago with Missy 10 on her own (mostly, she did see her step siblings from time to time). Just like you, I feel completely blessed
ReplyDeleteOh that's so funny - I didn't realise at first that they were photos of two *different* pairs!! Isn't the little girl in love with her big brother in each pic (I think it was that identical look of love that fooled me!!)
ReplyDeletehave a great weekend
and congrats on 100 followers!!
xxxCate
You are blessed indeed. And you are a great Mum.. I take my hat off to you.
ReplyDeletexo jill
Aww thats lovely! They are just gorgeous children, well done :)
ReplyDeleteGorgeous!! Have a lovely day tomorrow :o)
ReplyDeleteYour little two and big two are gorgeous. Happy Mother's Day!
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