Sisters

When I found out Emily was a girl, I was overjoyed. I had such great dreams of she and Anna Grace being best friends like my sister and I were. Dreams of them playing dolls and dress up together. Sharing secrets and laughing. 

I learned pretty quick that wasn't going to be the case for my girls. First off Anna Grace was jealous, as she had been the center of attention for almost 3 years. She didn't want any baby stealing her spotlight. However, as they both got older I still had hopes things would change. They only got worse as Emily's needs became overwhelming and I had to devote much of my time calming meltdowns and preventing tantrums. Anna Grace was annoyed and embarrassed most of the time. However, she was extremely defensive when it came to her sister. No one messed with Emily without Anna Grace having an opinion about it. 

There aren't very many times that these two girls get along. I suppose if Emily were typical the odds of them not get along would have the same chances. It always melts my heart though when I see an unforced hug or kind word between the two. I know that they both love and care for each other at times like this...

Thanks for reading,

Jessica