Freeze!

My work travel has been fairly light since Jaia’s arrival, which has been great.  It’s tough leaving the girls – both because I miss them terribly, but also because it’s tough on Mamma to not have a break from the Bean for that long.

But, it’s part of the job, and it was inevitable that I leave tomorrow for 10 days, at a time when things are changing fast, if the last few posts are any indication!  What major milestone will I miss?  Against all odds, will “mamma” be her first word if I’m not around to lobby for “dada”?  Will she get her first job?

All of this had me worried, until I brought my concerns to Jaia.  First, she pointed out that mamma will have help while I’m gone – a visit by “The Amazing Nanna” (she even wears a cape!).  She has also assured me that development in all major skill areas comes to a shuddering halt as soon as I get into that taxi, to resume upon my return.  And I know I can trust her.  She’s a Fullerton.