It's 6:30 a.m. and I'm up eating breakfast and drinking tea. Why am I up? Is it because I have an 8 week old baby who rises early to eat? Oh no he's fast asleep in his bed and will be until at least 8:30. Maybe I rise early on purpose to get some time alone to get some writing done? No; it's because I have a 5 year old kid who completely lacks the ability to sleep past 6 am.
This is one of the things about Drew that I both love and hate at the same time. Right now when I'm tired and I've been up several times throughout the night nursing; I hate that he is such an early riser. But later in the day after I've had a cup of coffee and gained some perspective I realize that I love this little personality quirk. He starts every day with an enthusiasm that I envy. He never wakes up grumpy or sleepy. He's up, he's happy and he's ready to tackle his day. He loves his life and he can't wait to get back to it every morning. While I think that most kids start their days in a similiar fashion it seems like alot of us lose this as we grow up. I don't think Drew will. He is happy, energetic and lively. I love these facets of his personality and I can't imagine him outgrowing this.
In 15 years when he's out living his life I will look back on these early mornings fondly. Drew and I watching cartoons or playing games at a time of day when it feels like we are the only ones around. The neighborhood is silent; the phone doesnt' ring. It just the two of us doing whatever we please. Usually it involves cartoons and waffles and a special start to what will hopefully be a great day
Thanks for reminding me how special the wee hours of the morning can be Drew!
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