The Oxford English Dictionary defines the phrase “it’s no use crying over spilt milk” and its many variations as meaning “it is futile to regret what cannot be altered or undone.”Well... our little guy took it literal!
Just as she got back down the stairs, baby J was caught red-handed... sitting in the middle of none other than "spilled milk!" I perked up at my daughter's gasp and went to see what the fuss was about. Baby J was soaked from head to toe in milk, proud as could be, in a puddle of "spilled milk. He had his first lesson in Art! How clever! He was rubbing his hand through the fresh spilled milk, making prints, slapping his hand in the puddle, and spattering the white liquid from head to toe. Oh joy!
Rather than scoop him up... we let him play. Looking up, he grinned from ear to ear, seeking approval from mommy and grandma for his creative art experience. Without hesitation we applauded and cheered him on as if he won first place in a race!
There's no use crying over spilled milk! Our little ones are only little once. What does it matter that they make a mess, spill some milk, and tear through the house like a tornado? They are learning. They are exploring new vistas in their little world. They are discovering, creating, and learning to problem solve. Just the way it should be.
I have to say, this grandma enjoyed a "candid moment" with baby J and "spilled milk" today!
Tip: Woolies are water resistant. After we picked J up and wiped him down, he was dry instantly. Slick!
