Getting to know Callie Grace
Callie Grace and I went with Philip to the nursing home today and listened to Philip bring a simple, yet powerful message to the residents. They loved Callie and were a little distracted by her! I have decided to make it a weekly outing for Callie and me, and we are looking forward to getting to know the people there. One funny thing that happened while we were walking around meeting people: an elderly lady stopped me and said that Callie didn’t look like my baby. I wasn’t sure how to respond, so I just smiled and affirmed that she is indeed mine. The lady followed us to the lobby and starting yelling, “She’s not your baby!”. Everyone seemed to be familiar with her outbursts, so Callie and I were the only ones who seemed startled! Fortunately I have enough experience at nursing homes to not be deterred by such events.
Callie is growing and changing daily, and keeping up with her is a wonderful challenge! Her little personality is coming out, and it’s funny to see the things that she likes: the ice maker, any business cards, cheering for everything thing and everyone, certain stuffed animals, her blanket, throwing things and watching where they go, listening to Philip play the guitar, playing with my hair, and talking to her pacifier first thing in the morning. She is so precious, and every day with her is a blessing and an adventure!
