Babysitting

Aleesia had her first experience babysitting today. Because she woke her brother, Evan, from his nap very early, I bestowed all baby tending to her. She was pleased, in fact, excited to take on this new roll. And, at four years old, she did quite well, in fact, very well. She managed to keep him busy for an hour until quiet time was over. She entertained him in the bath, dried him, got his clothes out, dressed him (with some assistance), diapered him, talked to him (in a very motherly tone), reassured him, and provided a coloring activity for him. I knew she was doing marvelous, and Evan was thoroughly enjoying his babysitting experience, but I couldn't help but stay close by mainly for the purpose of enjoying the scene. And I was happy to have some time to myself (to piddle on our blog:) I'm very proud of my little four year old babysitter:)