I got your back!

Tyler is a constant shadow. I know that doctors give the parents' a reminder around this age to watch out for their child who will always be underfoot. An observing tag-along is common. But, this guy of mine really exceeds that bar. He is always watching nearby. He is an keen observer and an instant mimic. He'll silently watch from a corner, nod his head solemnly when comprehending, and then make gestures of what he just saw. I can see many days working alongside his Dad in the future!

Not only does he want to be where the action is, but he wants to understand it. Not only does he want to understand, but he wants to exactly duplicate it. And, not only does he want to just do what appears fun to him, but he wants to stop midstream to help another.

Sweet thing. After being sick over last week, he now sees that it is Paige's turn. Poor Paige is almost at a week of feeling awful. (Which combines for two plus weeks of puke puddles to clean up.) I had to grab the camera, today, when I found him consoling his sister. She was exhausted from just huddling over the toilet. He was swooping in with a hug! Seeing this love gets me choked up after an especially long week.

I hope his attention to details, his ability to quickly catch on, and his empathy to comfort those around him are all traits that stick!
Sweet, sweet shadow.