I finally felt utter and complete validation as a parent on Thursday. I realize that sounds kind of stupid, but even at Sophie's sweetest, she's not the most cuddly baby out there - just her personality - she's a go-go-go kid! It's what we love about her. So, it's a rare treat when she will just be content to be in my arms and snuggle.
Jeff brought her home from the nanny on Thursday, and he walked in with flowers for me too (we won't go into the flowers, but let's just say they were a white flag - regardless, they were lovely). Sophie was in his arms, and they came up and hugged me. We all had a nice family hug for a minute, and then Sophie leaned down, put both her hands on my cheeks and planted a very sweet kiss right on my lips. She's given me lots of kisses before, but this was the first time that I truly felt how much she loved me in the gesture. I couldn't help but cry because I was so touched. It's something that I will remember for a long time.