Butterfly understands that her father loves her.  She’s not happy with everything that I tell her, but she knows that no matter what happens, I will always give her a hug and let her know that I love her.  Last night, as I was putting Ladybug to bed, Butterfly ran in and gave me a goodnight kiss and a hug.  It was comforting to know that she wanted to tell me goodnight.

Ladybug is still working on the concept.   On Sunday, she had to get into trouble for one of her many fiery fits.  She was not happy.  I was not happy.  Within minutes, she went from complete disdain to happily climbing on me as if nothing had happened.  She specifically asked for me after her nap and then clung to me for the rest of the day.  So, I’m thinking that maybe she is beginning to understand the concept.

elmoThis morning, I was carrying her down to get breakfast.  She was holding a fluffy Elmo toy that says “Elmo needs a hug!”  After some comfort, the toy sings a song and ends by saying “Elmo loves you SOOOooooOOOOOO much!”  Ladybug hugged Elmo even tighter and said “Love you too!”  It was such a sweet little scene.  Could it be that she is beginning to recognize and vocalize her feelings?

As I left for work, I gave Butterfly her hug and kiss and told her that I love her.  She reciprocated.  I moved around the table to Kelley, gave her a hug and kiss and told her I love her.  She reciprocated.  I went over to Ladybug and gave her a kiss on her soft cheek and told her that I love her.  Without hesitation, she gave me a cute smile and responded “I want more fruit.”  Yup, these are my girls.