Harry,
As you grow up you will inevitably wonder who you take after. So in readiness for this conversation I thought I’d better put pen to paper (ahem) and start jotting down just a few ways you take after us both. When you are old enough to read this for yourself you can make your own judgement. So here goes:
5 ways you take after Mummy
- My Legs – Your Daddy would actually say you are inflicted with my legs rather than blessed with them. My legs are short and stocky. Whilst you will never be a hurdler, your low centre of gravity means you will be very difficult to knock off a ball. Football, Rugby, Hockey……my son, you already have a natural advantage over others. On a netball court your Mummy rarely came out second best in a collision.
- Sociable – Even at the age of 2 you are aware of how to behave in social situations. You look for other children – and adults – to interact with. You draw people to you like a magnet. Everyone gets a smile and you make friends and admirers quickly and easily.
- Loving – Being showered with kisses and cuddles from you is better than winning the lottery. You are aware of when people are sad and offer comfort. You are the perfect tonic to a bad day.
- Mischievous – That grin of yours will get you out of more trouble than it will get you in. Trust me.
- Inquisitive – You constantly amaze us with what you pick up. So much so that in the company of others I downplay it. I don’t want to come across as one of “those” mothers.
5 ways you take after Daddy
- Looks – Fair hair and those gorgeous blue eyes. How could I not fall in love with you.
- Appetite – Branston Pickle, Brown Sauce, Marmite, Coleslaw, Custard…..you name it you eat it. You clear your own plate and – when given the opportunity – everyone else’s!
- Showman – A born entertainer. As soon as you are comfortable with your “audience” you love to gain their full attention. When you turn it on they are enraptured with you.
- Energy – It’s boundless. The two of you are like Labrador pups. I am exhausted watching you.
- Sense of humour – You are just so naughty, in a cheeky monkey sense of the word. When you get that twinkle in your eye we know we are in for lots of laughs.
You are a mixture of the both of us. That’s what makes you ours. That’s what makes you perfect. That’s what makes you unique.
Love you xx
This is an utterly gorgeous post. I am certain that one day Harry will grow up, read this and be really pleased that you documented the things that make him, him. Thank you so much for linking to #PoCoLo x
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Thank you for that lovely comment. I have a lot of fun remembering and laughing at the things he has done. X
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Great post, Harry sounds like quiet a little character :) It’s fab you can see both of you in him!
Thanks for linking up to #AnythingGoes
Debbie
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Thanks for hosting x
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So cute! Penelope gets her dads sense of humour too! #anythinggoes x
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What a lovely idea I love this and so cute. Your little one will love reading this when he is older. Thank you so much for linking up to Share With Me #sharewithme
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What a fantastic post and you should be very proud X
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Thank you for the compliment x
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This is such a lovely post and I just love that photo of the two of them :) Thanks so much for linking up with #TwinklyTuesday
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One day, your son is going to greatly appreciate these posts that you write for him! What a special little boy you have with amazing attributes! #mummy&us
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Thank you that’s very kind of you x
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Except for the legs and the appetite, this sounds exactly like my 8 year old when he was 2. He still is this way too:) Visiting from #madmidweekbloghop
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Ah that’s lovely. Hope mine stays the same – although the last week the challenging two’s have really kicked in. At least I hope that is all it is. I don’t think I would cope if he stays this way until he is 8! haha :-)
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Gwenn really looks like me but in terms of personality I really don’t see any similarities. She is definitely more like Andrew in that respect. What’s interesting though is that when I was a toddler my parents used to call me “Atila the Hun in a dress” because I was – like Gwenn is now – a noisy in your face I’ll do whatever I want and if you don’t like it shove it tyrant. Now I’m very withdrawn and anxious and I do worry that maybe the same will happen to her.
Very thought provoking post!!!
xx
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I do love that phrase. To be honest it could well have applied to me as well. I only mellowed about two years ago and like you started becoming more anxious. I find I now worry about everything – in fact this probably happened as soon as I became a Mummy. Thanks for your comment x
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Sounds like he has a lot going for him! Such a fab post! Thanks for sharing with #mummyandus PS: love the photos
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Thank you. Once again thanks for hosting. Your post this week really struck a chord with me. See you soon x
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This post is so true. People often expect kids to take after one parent more so, but that is not always the case. I think the being able to clear his plate and everyone elses, is possibly just a boy thing though, as my two are exactly the same. #sharewithme
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Wonderful post! Yes that makes our kids unique, because they are a combination of not just one person but of both mum & dad, and that made them as our amazing creation! #Mummy&us
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Sounds like your little man has a winning combination of attributes from him mum and dad. #TwinklyTuesday
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Thank you I really appreciate that. My follow up should be the not too good bits of the both of us! Hot headed, stubborn…and those are just the starters for my hubby :-)
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Ah, even those attributes can be an advantage if used right
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Such a lovely post. A mixture of mum, dad and themselves. Have a great week #mummy&us
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aww what a great read! Such beautiful photographs too! Suz x beauisblue.com
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Thank you that’s really kind of you x
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This is a lovely post and a wonderful set of photos.
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Thank you :-)
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This is such a lovely idea for a post. Those photos are just adorable!
Thanks so much for linking up with #justanotherlinky
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This was so lovely to read – thank you for linking up to #justanotherlinky xx
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Such a lovely post, a great idea! I love your pictures, so sweet x
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ah love that, its really sweet and a good thing to do and look at if you might be having a hard time. I might do it too!
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oops forgot to say I’m popping in from #justanotherlinky
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Ah this is gorgeous! Especially with the accompanying pictures :) I love it so much I want to do a similar post for my sons – thank you for the inspiration!
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Glad I’ve given you an idea. Let me know when you have done yours x
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Aww this is lovelt and so nice to look back on #justanotherlinky xx
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