As many of you know, Ethnie has had a difficult time accepting and warming up to Emmett as a permanent resident of our home. It has been a big adjustment for her. Most friends or family members we know have had their children closer together in age than we have. Commonly, when a toddler is having a hard time adjusting to their new sibling, they will act out by throwing more tantrums or doing things they normally would not do in order to get their parent's attention. For us, that is not the case. Because Ethnie is 4 1/2 years older than Emmett, she can openly tell us what she is thinking or how she is feeling. At times, that can be a bit scary!!! Although it can be unsettling hearing our daughter say things such as, "I don't want a baby living with us anymore.", "Emmett can't come with us.", "He's disgusting.", or "I don't like him at all."; we know it is all part of the adjustment and will pass someday.
Well, I am thrilled to tell you all that Ethnie is now starting to show Emmett some affection, and instead of introducing him as just 'Emmett', she now introduces him as 'my brother' with a smile on her face! She has also stepped up in the 'big helper' department. She feeds him, holds his bottle for him, helps him try to walk, and is constantly moving "dangerous" objects out of his reach. She is truly turning into a great big sister, which in turn makes me a very proud mom!
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