Monday, October 6, 2008

the hip rider on her own terms

Lucy has always been an avid hip rider. My hip, for her, a perfect fit. Her favorite place to be. Ever since this walking thing has happened she has been a little torn about her favorite place. For instance a few weeks ago we went on a little hike and my little hip rider wanted full emancipation from her beloved hip. She really wanted to be free to roam, free to splash, free to get soaking wet, free to trip and fall on her face. I on the other hand, had other ideas like returning home with a dry, warm, unharmed toddler.

She was very determined to be free.


Finally we came to a compromise.......a dress leash.


happy day


And so the hip cycle continues. When I need and really want some alone time for my a hip she cant get enough. And when danger lurks close by (river, street, ect.) she wants the hip far, far away. I think we need to work on compromising some more. This could last a while.

8 comments:

jennie said...

I love it- I feel the same way about my Lucy. It seems like she always wants to be walking on her own- except for when I'm trying to make dinner. cute photos

Jessica said...

At least your hip is never lonely-I love Lucy tweet tweet

Jason, Holli, Lizzie and Zach said...

Cute hair bow. Did you make that?

Danielle said...

I too am conflicted with Hannah's newly desired independance. We definitely need to get those two together. I think they would be funny together.

Stephanie said...

Ya ya I know you have a bunch of pictures of Daniel and I, maybe you should make me a new post. Please... Thanks

shane said...

she needs a good spankin

johansen vikings said...

your hip...my arm! killing me! Can't wait til I can use the Dress leash. that is awesome!

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