As children get older they want things. As a small child, their vocabulary and ability to articulate their wants may not quite match their level of comprehension of their surroundings. With Abi this was definitely the case; so the loving and progressive parents we are we taught her sign language. As she got older, she would cry when something happened. So we then made the connection for her, use your words and we will use our ears. Of course the reverse is true.
Fast forward a few months, and she is expressing herself and articulating exactly how she feels. We patted ourselves on the backs, this was a good idea. She was understanding and being understood.
Well the other day, she and her daddy are playing. A tickle war has ensued and finally she reaches her point. The point where the tickling is no longer fun, and you're really just ready not to play in anymore.
"DADDY, I'm all done! Please do not tickle me anymore."
Talk about putting on the breaks. We both turn and look at her. The audacity of the pint size person we created is surprising....and yet, we created this. We created this strong little person who knows her mind, and sees no reason not to give voice to it.
How cool is that?!
Yeah, I know she is only 3 like we are on the right path.
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