A nervous disposition

We have discovered that our tough little guy has a bit of a nervous disposition. He startles very easily, gets very concerned if he is not being cuddled "just so" and needs lots of snuggles. Today, he got very upset when we opened the door to let the cat in and out because there was a bit of a breeze that came in. It's not a nice thing, that breeze. At night, he gets a little lip quiver going and a leg shaking thing when I pick him up and take him into the living room so we don't disturb Don. It's almost as though he is a bit afraid of the dark. Oh, and don't even mention a bath. He's not happy unless I have him held to my chest, soaking myself in the process, as I gently [but quickly] wash him. He has a look that Don calls his Far Side Look - it's a little O-shaped pursing of the lips with a hint of concern in his eyes. I just think that it's funny.

I'm sure he will grow out of this, and he does have his more mischievous side, but it's nice to know we don't have a little bruiser this early in the game. As much as I am unable to get anything else done during the day because I am too busy cuddling, already I am learning to appreciate how quickly things will change. As you can see from our photos, he is growing up so much already and I'm sure it won't be long before he will be pushing me away. I guess that I'd better enjoy it while I can.

Tomorrow we may venture to the VPL book sale. I suspect all of the kids books are gone but you can usually get some good local histories. It will all depend on whether or not we get any sleep tonight. Last night we were awake from 2 am on and while Calum got in some naps today, I did not. Let's hope he sleeps a bit better tonight.