Devoted Companions

I had to laugh when I read recently that a toddler's attachment to her comfort object peaks between age 18 and 24 months. Anyone who has spent time with Ryan and Lucie lately knows that their buddy blankets go everywhere with them. From trips to the grocery store to a wedding in Minnesota, to the beach, and rides on the slide at the park - Ducky and Bunny (someday we'll think of more creative names) lead quite an exciting life.

While it's great that our little ones have such dear pals, it becomes a problem when Ducky or Bunny decide not to make the return trip home with us. We've had two lost friends, one in Santa Cruz and another on a long hike. Several rescue missions later, neither friend was found. Luckily I discovered a site to purchase them online and can make a quick order. R & L are never too happy about replacements though. I guess they don't have that same beloved Bunny or Ducky smell and feel.

Here's two examples from Bunny and Ducky's adventures this week - hiking with friends Mike and Kathy and making blueberry muffins (that Bunny is quite a cook).