What Would Your Favorite TV Mom Do?

In my case that would be Lorelai Gilmore, unfortunately my kid is not in high school, nor does she know how to talk, so 10 minutes of witty banter to solve all our problems is really not an option...yet! For now, Layla screams and I do my best to figure out what the problem is. I feel I have her mostly figured out, I know when she's hungry, needs a diaper change or is looking for comfort. Of course she has been known to throw me a curve ball here and there and no matter what I do she does not seem happy. Everyday is a learning experience for both of us. She is getting to know me just as much as I am getting to know her. I am having so much fun with her now that she has out-grown the "baby blob" stage. I find myself completely entertained trying to get smiles and giggles out of her. She is so adorable and it seems to be a consensus among everyone that has spent any time with her, that she smiles with her whole face and it is absolutely priceless. Alright, I've done enough gushing for now(though what parent doesn't gush?).

My poor Matthew is having a little trouble with our bundle of joy these days. She clearly loves him and has so much fun playing with him, but when it comes to being calmed down when she is upset, she does nothing but scream at him. She has apparently grown used to my comforting methods since we spend so much time together, so for now, that is what she wants. Though I must say I do take a slight amount of pride in the fact that our daughter has developed an attachment to me, that is where my enthusiasm ends. The simple fact is, sometimes Mommy needs a break to wash my face, brush my teeth...hell, go to the bathroom! I know it will be short-lived so I am trying enjoy it(without letting it show too much, sorry Hubby) since before long, she will be Daddy's little princess, anxiously awaiting his arrival home from work, just as I did with my Dad:)

I have always hoped to have a very close relationship with my daughter, similar to Lorelai and Rory's (minus the single mom status) on Gilmore Girls and I think we are well on our way to that. I know my relationship with my mom is freakishly close, but that's the way I like it and I look forward to the same with Layla. We'll be having conversations at top speed, filled with obscure pop culture references in no time!

Up next on our ever busy calendar is a visit from Uncle Bobby next week. I'm so excited to see him and I know Layla can't wait to make him hold her awkwardly!