Sunshine is here and the joy of time together
It had been too long since I last saw you and a huge amount has been happening. The impending court hearing is a dark cloud over everything.
Our day together and meeting old friends
I picked you up from City Square, your attention initially being on the birdcage swings that so many visitors to the area enjoy. We queued for a moment and I gave you the chance to swing. Playtime didn’t last long because you seemed to enjoy jumping off at the swing rather than holding on! It was hilarious.
The weather was warming up, it was due to be a lovely sunny day after its coldish start. So instead of popping straight home we went for a walk around the neighbourhood.
At home
You’re feeling more and more comfortable at home. It’s clear you’re familiar with it and your bedroom. I’m so happy about this, it’s your home and I want you to be at ease, it’s your home sweetheart and always will be the first place you lived.
Napping and seeing friends
Soon after lunch I took you out, I wanted you to have a good rest and it was lovely out so the fresh air would be good.
As usual, you fell asleep pretty quickly. While you slept I passed some time by walking to Lake Lane to see what events and activities were taking place and until our friends Craig and Phoebe arrived to the area. They’re looking to buy a house in recognition of how family friendly it is around here.
Beer or croissant?Oftentimes wherever you look, families are walking with their buggies. It’s the perfect place to have a little one like you. I hope the bubbas being walked around and kids laying out of the side of the buggies while they nap, will include some of your best mates in the future.
I don’t know why you pulled this face but I love that I caught it on cameraCafcass report
On Monday, Cafcass will produce their report. This will be a big moment, court are likely to follow what they suggest and if it goes wrong I’ll have even less access to you, less time together to grow our relationship and make memories.
I’m terrified, I barely see you once a week and your mum has done everything to make our time together uncomfortable and stressful.
While I treasured every moment together today, I’m filled with dread that the sporadic and insufficient time we have will be further reduced and made worse.
Life cut off from you is horrible.
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