Rest

November 18, 2025 — 7:54pm

Dear Reese,

You kick Merlin out of the scratch pad so you can crawl in yourself—my little kitty cat.

I am sick and laid out today, but MorMor and Cappi help with daycare drop off and pick up, and entertain you while I lie on the couch. I have a lot of guilt in those moments. I’m working through it. I want to be the energetic Mama you deserve at all moments, but you’ll learn too that sometimes the body demands rest.

Your body demanded rest tonight: we had a two-minute bath, and you cried to go to bed without reading any books. Fifteen minutes earlier than usual, you were fast asleep. I’m sure to be a fast follow.

Love,
Mama