I was sitting cross-legged on the floor with Addie standing in my lap as I buttoned her shirt.  She was watching her favorite show, The Backyardigans, and had a sweet smile on her face as she sucked on her finger and watched her friends.  I whispered in her ear, “I love you sweet girl. ”  She smiled, said “I dub” and without taking her eyes away from the TV screen she pulled her finger from her mouth and wiped it on my cheek!  I couldn’t help but laugh and then she did it again…and again!  I finally gathered my mother composure and held her hand so she couldn’t cover my face with baby spit anymore.  

Then I gathered her in my arms and tickled her until we were both tired.  

What did I learn today?  Even the slobbery moments are precious.  I love being a mom.