Right now, Sophie is sleeping. She has been sleeping soundly for almost three hours – a rarity these days. As I obsessively peek in on her, watching the swift rise and fall of her chest, I contemplate lying with her. They always say you should nap when your baby naps, and yet, the cruel irony … Continue reading
Daughter, here you are, first thing in the morning, with your body pressed firmly against mine. Daughter, here you are, holding your head up before you’re supposed to, moving it, getting stronger by the day. Daughter, here you are, smiling at me, my voice a recognition registered in your eyes. Daughter, here you are, soundly … Continue reading
