We just had lunch and I was putting Dennis down for a nap when he asked me how little it would be. This little I showed him with my thumb and index finger and he smiled and copied me back. I plopped on the bed next to him and excitedly told him in just two days we would be moving! I expected him to get all excited but instead he began crying really sadly. My heart broke for him until I realized that he had no clue what that really meant. "Oh Dennis, don't worry, we will all be moving together. And your shoes will come, and the doggies, and the doggy house, and our beds, and your toothbrush, and our bike, and your toys, and your cars, and all our books, and your Pull-Ups, and our tv, and everything else in this house! And we will all go in the van together and drive down as a family and two big trucks will carry all of our stuff-- okay?"
"Okay Mom, that be great!"
I kissed his cheek and reminded him to take his nap now.
"Mom, Mom," he tapped my arm, "Just a little nap?"
"Yes Dennis, just a little nap."
P.S. Here is a short video of the house all finished except for the carpet.
8 inspiring thoughts:
he is so sweet, can I have him! haha I know you would never part with him
Poor little guy. Glad to hear that he felt better after you explained.
Super room looks great. Who is up there?
Awww, poor little guy! How terrified he must have been. I'm so glad you got that straightened out quick.
Sweet little Dennis and a Sweet moment with his mama to calm his fears.
I wonder how many children have fears that are ignored and pushed under the surface..... :( So glad you caught onto his inner turmoil and explained things so very well, and tenderly to him. Sweet Baby.
Aww...what a sweetheart. I am glad that he understands now whats going on. I think you explained it perfectly to calm his fears. How are Anistasia and Paul taking to moving? Seeing as they recently got home. How is learning english coming along for them?
Catherine
Aww..Dennis is so cute!
The loft looks great! : )
Awww what a sweetie.
Moving is hard on littles ones..
Praying for all to go smoothly and without event with the moving of the household.
Praying for a seamless transition for all the family..
Asking the Lord to send you great support there...church family and true friends.
Anxious to hear from you that all is well....
With love,
Jen
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