Ya-Ya and Pa-Pa came to the house for the weekend. Mommy and Ya-Ya (with Pa-Pa) decided to go to Uncle Richie’s house. I told mommy that I don’t get to see you guys because daddy works so much I want to take you two to the park. So I got your bike and scooter ready, Packed your water and snacks and off we went.
We goto to the park and you two were great to hang out with. You took turns sharing the bike and scooter. Daddy followed you guys around the perimeter as you rode. After putting in a few laps around the perimeter I decided to stay in the middle and keep my eyes on both of you.
As you both rode Tyler was on the further end of the perimeter and Anne was riding her bike very close to me (about 25 feet away and Tyler was about 250feet away)I would pan both directions to keep my eyes on both of you. As I was turning away from Tyler and focusing on Anne, Annelise fell of her bike. You yelled out with a crying squeal. As daddy ran towards you I turned back to make sure Tyler was ok. Then it happened….The moment!
After turning towards Tyler to make sure he was ok I watched Tyler jump off his scooter leaving it where it rolled and fell to the ground. I watched him sprint with his tiny little legs and feet pounding against the grass while his helmet bounced on his head as he made his way to his sister. This was one of the most proudest moments I have had since becoming a father to two most awesome children anyone could ask for.
I finally witnessed my 3 year old sons true feelings for his sister come out. “WOW! He really loves Annelise. He cares so much that he left his toy/scooter without a care in the world to aid his sibling in need..” Tyler reached his destination asking me “Does Anne have a boo-boo? Is Anne ok? I help Anne ok, daddy?” One of the sweetest moments I have experienced as a father.
Tyler, daddy is so proud of you. This is something I will never forget. I’m so happy your turning into a boy who is not selfish. The one thing mommy and I tell you and Annelise is that you only have each other. There is no friend in life that you meet that can replace this bond that you two have. I know you guys fight and sometimes don;t get along but thats just sibling-rivalry. In the end you care and love one another.
Love you both!
