Did you ever notice how there are some things that only apply to babies? If a baby is around, the expectations of society are temporarily -- although completely -- put aside and a whole new set of values apply.Take for instance, gaining weight...a typical makeover shows photos of a person "before" and "after," with the second photo showing a (hopefully) smaller, sleeker version of the person in the first. Only in "Babyland" would a set of pictures like the ones at the left be applauded. Madelyn "before" at around 4 pounds, then "after" at over 5 and a half pounds. Just look at that those filled out cheeks and that bulging belly (ok, some of the roundness is bloating due to gas, but still...)!
We go to the hospital to get Madelyn weighed at least once a week; and it is not uncommon for us, as well as the nurses, to get really excited about the slightest increase in her weight. "Good job, Madelyn, you gained two ounces!" Where else would a person ever be applauded for gaining weight?
After
The same principles hold true for basic bodily functions. People are genuinely pleased when babies burp, pass gas or have a dirty diaper. Again, "Babyland" miraculously transforms these normally inappropriate actions into truly amazing feats for which a baby is praised and cuddled.Babies (and by babies, I mean infants under 3 months old) are considered cute no matter what they do; and let's face it, we were all babies once who received the same preferential treatment. So, here's my advice to the babies (especially Madelyn): enjoy this time, take advantage of it, in fact. Because things eventually will change, and I can pretty much guarantee that these early years will be the only time in life when gaining a pound is positive experience.
3 comments:
Jaena!!! Wow, she' sooo cute and sooo small!!:)I'm so glad that you have a blog, now I feel like I can keep in touch better!! One of these days I'll get around to having one, but Dave's will suffice for now.
Love yah!
-Lynnette
You're right on about treasuring these moments. I remember a story Jim's Grandma Lombard told about his mother. She said she decided she'd just hold the baby because it wouldn't last long. Then I came along 13 months later and she said she didn't have enough energy to hold me. She was just happy when I went to sleep! Just goes to show what happens with a second child. Doesn't sound like Madelyn is suffering, though.
She is amazing!!! God is so good. We are praying and thinking of you guys...love ya'!
-J-
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