Inseparable

The question I hear most frequently these days: "Baby Joy (insert activity here) with me?" Any and every activity is fair game for Baby Joy's participation. Today it was swinging in her blue swing. I wasn't sure I'd be able to fit both of them in, but we were able to make it work. As usual, they had a grand time.

On a related note, I never thought I'd have to plan ahead to get two little ones changed and dressed, put on two sets of shoes/hats/jackets, etc so we could go somewhere before I had another child myself! I'm reminding myself right now to leave enough time before church to get Clara and Baby Joy changed, dressed appropriately and ready to go.

Overheard: Clara to Baby Joy this afternoon: "It's okay, Baby Joy. You don't need to cry. Shhhhh. I will snuggle you.... Mama, Baby Joy is sad. She's crying. I will help her. She needs her blankie." (all this while holding Baby Joy gently and patting/rubbing her back)