Dear Sébastien,
It’s the end of May and summer’s warm days are approaching. You are becoming quite the conversationalist on the phone… When I call, you answer with a breathy “hi” and I’m so happy to hear your voice. You’re sounding so chipper I miss you even more and ask your Mama to give you lots of kisses on mine and Christian’s behalf. You’ve also learned to say “good” when I ask “How are you?”. But you know what was the cutest? It was when I answered the phone and passed you to Papa… you were so excited you carried on a conversation for much longer than you would have for anyone else. Papa had to guess some words, but you didn’t want to give the phone up. You were pretty happy to hear his voice. When we ask you what Papa does out here in Winnipeg, you know the answer… “cut” you say, because “hairdressing” still has a few too many syllables. I’ve heard that you’ve seen Barney recently…
So stay as happy as you are…
We miss you lots,
Ta marraine
Dear Marraine,
Yup, I saw Barney at the beginning of the month. I danced and stood, holding on to the white picket fence at the front. Mommy took pictures. She’s “Mommy” now… because I grew, I decided to change her name. But I still love Dora. Dora comes with me everywhere, and must do everything I do. I’m hoping Mommy and Papa get the hint to make me a sister soon… I’d be the coolest big brother because I can wear my hat backwards and make the “peace” sign with my two fingers. Tell them that for me, o.k.?
Sébastien
Dear Sébastien,
I’ll tell you a secret… I think Mommy and Papa are thinking about getting you a sibling. But I’m sorry to say that I don’t think they’ll call her Dora if it’s a girl, or Diego if it’s a boy. I don’t think there’s enough Spanish in your family… And besides, they’re having a lot of fun with you right now… And, I’ve heard rumors that you might be getting a specially-designed walker to help you move around. We’re hoping you have fun, and I’m sure Mommy will find a way to have Dora walk with you. In the meantime, enjoy Grandma and Grandpa’s visit!
Love,
Ta marraine
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