Other mother

Squiggles is learning to implement new words and phrases at a very fast rate these days.  She has recently learned, “another one” (but to her, it’s one word: anudderone).  This word is utilized very frequently, particularly in regard to Curious George episodes, sippy cups (she’s partial to purple and blue), pajamas, and socks.

Today she’s home sick, so she’s had to put up with my not-so-exciting company all day.  My sister Cami came by for a few minutes to drop something off, and as soon as she left, Squiggles started crying.  “I want Mama,” she said.

I held her lovingly and reassured her that “Mama’s right here, Love.”  She finally pulled away and said, “No.  I want anudderone mama.” 

I said, “You want another mama?  Aunt Cami?”  She pointed toward the doorway and sobbed, “Uh huh… anudderone mama!”  I said, “Aunt Cami went bye-bye,” so she threw herself on the couch and cried herself to sleep.  Luckily it only took about 4 seconds.