a bad day

i was having a bad day.  josh was giving me a hug, and of course, i began to cry.  jake walked up and asked me why i was crying.  without going to deep, i just said "mommy had a tough day today."  and this is what my sweet, loving child did.  he ran to get his stool, pushed josh out of the way, climbed on his stool and hugged me.  he told josh that he would take care of me and for josh to get me some water.  then proceeded to take my hand, walked me to my bedroom, told me to lay down.  he started stroking my arm and asked the following questions….he took no breaths between the questions and i literally had no time to answer him.

mommy, you need to take a nap.  do you want some milk? juice? water? i can make you a sandwich if you like.  well, daddy can make it for you.  i can't reach all the stuff yet.  or would you like me to get you some of my new cereal i just got.  you'll really love it!  wait, let me get you a blanket.  (runs to get a blanket) mommy, do you want me to leave the light on or turn it off? will you be too scared of the dark if i turn it off? well, let's just leave it on.  now just close your eyes and go to sleep. i'll be back in 5 minutes to check on you.  don't worry mommy. i'll take care of you.  i love you. now go to sleep. (kisses me on the head)

lord have mercy…..it was the sweetest little 5 minutes of the day.  even though jake can be a handful at times and very bossy at times too, i love that he still has this super sweet, loving and caring attitude.  it totally made my day much better.  thanks jake!  i love you, buddy!