It was the second time Ha
ruka laughed with excitement after handing the towel to me as I asked her to hand it to me through the bathroom door. Nope she did not see me naked. She was just thrilled that she did something useful and was laughing, clapping her hands and telling mummy. She is very glad to be doing stuff, though she has not seen too many opportunities yet. Somehow, picking up her toys does not make her feel responsible. But, daddy have been planting the seed of encouragement that she is becoming a big girl/sister (one-chan in Japanese) like the children in the Barney DVD. At times, when the chore is not something she likes, she says a loud "No!" that she is still a baby. Other times, there is an accomplished smile.
ruka laughed with excitement after handing the towel to me as I asked her to hand it to me through the bathroom door. Nope she did not see me naked. She was just thrilled that she did something useful and was laughing, clapping her hands and telling mummy. She is very glad to be doing stuff, though she has not seen too many opportunities yet. Somehow, picking up her toys does not make her feel responsible. But, daddy have been planting the seed of encouragement that she is becoming a big girl/sister (one-chan in Japanese) like the children in the Barney DVD. At times, when the chore is not something she likes, she says a loud "No!" that she is still a baby. Other times, there is an accomplished smile.
Its just amazing how spending time with young children can make so much difference. They are at an age where they yearn attention. Probably the age where the sponge assorbs most when provided with the best nutrients. Though, sometimes, we may see it in a negative light that they are being demanding and attention craving. Yes, Haruka would cry sometimes when we leave the room longer than expected while she is playing or watching her DVDs. That's because she knows the best way to learn is to have full participation from daddy and mummy. I begin to notice Haruka appreciates the people who teaches her and participates with her in interesting activities. For instance, my mother in law asked Haruka to help her pick tomatoes in her backyard in her home in Ishigaki island. Now, Haruka sees each tomato with excitement and probably have a fond memory of her Japanese grandmother.
What are simple chores fit for a 1 year old? I have not tried getting a small baby broom and pan yet. :)
(Photos show the Green Park, Piccadily Circus and the statue of Anteros, the Wellington Arch near Hyde Park corner and the Royal Academy of Arts, London).
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