We have gone out several times without kids, we have left Milosh for up to 4 days with his grandparents - and he did great without mom and dad. Even though it always came with a little bit of guilt, we would be the ones enjoying (or so we think) - going scuba diving, or staying longer in Goa leaving Milosh with his dada dadi. And I knew the tables were going to turn some day (when he would be the one calling the shots and going out to enjoy and we'd be waiting for him) - but did not expect the tables to turn at the ripe age of 4!
This time Milosh's grandparents are going to California for a week - and he declared he wants to go also. We did not really have a plan (for us) and we were not looking for baby sitting - but he really wanted to go. I tried to talk him out (so his grandparents will get some kid-free time) - I told him about his friend's birthday party, I told him we would take him to fun places etc etc. But no - he fully understood what California is - we have our Aunt there and Milosh has visited them many times. He knows he would stay there - he remembers the dog, the swimming pool, his friends there - everything. It was hard for me to make up my mind to let him go (it always is) - but he was fully convinced that he was going - and he even understands the concept of time - he knows what 6 days are. I had to finally give in.
Its funny that most couples our age would pounce at the idea of being kid free for a week - and make loads of plans - especially since we are both on a sabbatical right now even vacation is not a problem. We did go through our thought process - we thought through a few vacation ideas - but it felt too forced - going just because this seems like a golden opportunity. We decided to prioritize our interviews etc - and stay at home. (I know!!)
But someone is going to have fun - he already loves our aunt and uncle and has a fabulous time with his kids - whenever they are around; of course he would not be away from his dada dadi for even a few minutes; additionally our aunt told she has things lined up for Milosh - kids yoga, pool side party making cakes!! Icing on the cake :)
I told Milosh I will miss him - and just like I comfort him when I am going for short trips, he said the exact same things - I will miss you too. I am going for a very short time. You count till 6 and I will be back :) I sure will miss my baby - I already watched all silly videos of him on my phone and I think I might blog more this week.
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