All Hallow's Eve

Dear Malcolm,

You are going to be the cutest sea otter ever.  I'm not sure how long you will tolerate the costume, but try for at least long enough to go to one house so I can get a picture.  Deal?  I know you don't like sweets, so Daddy will trade you goldfish for the candy.  I don't think he will mind.

I'll try to wipe your nose before the next pictures.  Gross.  I always said I wouldn't be "that mom."  The one with the snot-nosed kid.  I was naive, it's impossible to not be that mom.

Love,
Mommy

Dinner time!

Dear Malcolm,

I know it's not cool for toddlers to eat, but please try on occasion.  I'm not sure you can live on crackers, cheese, and milk forever.  There are only a limited supply of crunchy foods that I can try to convince you are in the cracker family.  I'm sorry I tried to pass off pizza as a "tomato and cheese cracker" the other day.  I should have known you were too smart for that trick.

Love,
Mommy

Dear Malcolm,

Your dimples make me smile.  

Love,

Mommy

Back to the Grind

Dear Malcolm,

Vacation was fun.  I'm glad you have a love for the beach like your dad and I.  Looking at the sand and waves through your eyes gave me a whole new appreciation for how wonderful it is.  Thanks for that.