She wakes from her sleep and this is possibly one of the most gratifying moments of the day for a mother. Well rested, skin glowing, plump cheeks, hair messy but still has her stylishly bouncing curls. Yawning and snoozy she still is, but instantly produces a smile which translates to unconditional love, followed by a soft but clear "mama".
Her small torso immediately itches to move, detecting the constrained space of her cot. Up she stands on her feet and stretches out her arms, indicating me to carry her out. Momentarily she gives me a hug, nestling her small head on my shoulder, which somehow rests neatly for all children of this age.
It's really non stop energy from then on. Red bull, caffeine or any stimulant is lame compared to the natural adrenalin her body produces. An express train with no determined stops is what she is from 8 to 8. 12 hours of a bustling boombastic firecracker.
The agility of her movements is a show to watch. So small are her legs, but perfectly capable of climbing up the stairs endlessly and effortlessly infinite times a day. Her arms are supremely delicate but strong enough to bear the abundant items that fill her backpack.
Don't let her petite and fragile appearance fool you. Her voice is heard loud and clear when attention she seeks. Determined and transparent on what she wants, wont make compromises unless the terms are agreed on her rules. Youngest she is in the family hierarchy, but without a doubt has the power to wrap everyone around her little finger.
Innocent her smile, purity drips from her eyes, harmless her expression, she is the definition of flawless, immaculate innocence.
Playful and happy when things go her way. Piercing and fiesty when anything pisses her off or you get in her way!
She will eat her food with up most grace, holding even a tiny grain of rice ever so delicately within her itsy bitsy fingers. Do you know how chocolate is best enjoyed? I don't think you do if you have not seen her savour, bite, lick, nibble and suck the pieces till they crumble and ultimately melt in and around her mouth. The traces around her lips accentuate her wicked and mischievous smile, which quickly transforms into an infectious giggle that literally takes your breath away.
After an arduous long day of playing, eating, and how can we forget exercising her vocal chords... the beautiful torment adjourns for the day. Tucked away inside her bed, cuddling her "dolly", twists and turns for a short while until she monologues herself to sleep.
Peace and tranquility echo around her room as I watch her retire and dream away. Relaxed and anesthezised is how I feel, the temptation is strong to hold and squeeze her, but I sigh my vice away and carefully step out. Tomorrow will be another day.
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