Babysitter or Bodyguard?

There is a new baby at daycare. His name is Hunter and he is just adorable. He is about 3 montsh old. Until now, Harry had been the only "baby" at daycare. The others are almost a year older. If there is one flaw that Menike et al have, it is that they "baby" Harry. So, we were all worried about what would happen when Hunter showed up.

To be honest, while shopping for dolls during the holidays for Harry, I had forgotten all about Hunter's arrival. Serendipity I guess, but Harry has been busy playing dad/babysitter for over a week now. He feeds his baby. He strolls with his baby. He even babysits other babies.

Harry has also taken on more responsibility at home. He puts his shoes in his bedroom (he DID NOT learn this by watching Daddy). He takes his dirty diapers to Daddy and trash to the trash can. He doesn't eat play-doh ("No ea(t)"). He helps Daddy make coffee (Kevin needs Harry to remind him where the supplies are). Harry has even taken it upon himself to let Bailey in and out. This last task is a big one!

Even though we had worried about Harry's reaction, when we think about it, it wouldn't have fit. Harry wants nothing more than to be big, and he is working very hard at it. He is very serious about the tasks he undertakes. He loves to watch what big kids do. When Tyler or Arwen come to visit, he wants to hold them. He stands guard over Bailey so that she doesn't do anything bad. Nonetheless, I was pleasantly suprised to find that Harry appears to be baby Hunter's new keeper. He wants to help feed Hunter, and he makes sure no one touches Hunter's toys. He has become so helpful in his old age! I am so proud of him!