A few years back, Alf and I decided we would make it a priority in our relationship to always greet each other with a kiss when either of us returns home. It is a simple way to show our affection and it can do wonders to lift our spirits if we've had a bad day. We also decided we would always kiss each other goodbye every time we leave the house. Lots of kisses have become a Garcia family tradition and we have tried to maintain it as best we can (through the fights and all!) ;-)
In the last two years, Kaleb has picked up on all this kissing business and is quite a fan. The other night Alf was going to run to the store really quick for a couple of things and thought it would just be easier to slip out while Kaleb and I were playing. As soon as Kaleb noticed Alf putting on his shoes, he bolted for the garage door screaming, "Daddy, Daddy-Kiss, Kiss!" Alf, smiling at his boy's request, scooped him up in his arms and laid one on him. When Alf put him down, Kaleb then turned to me, pointed and said "Kiss Momma!" to which Alf was happy to oblige.
It was such a sweet, special moment that will forever be etched in my brain.
My hope for him is that one day he too will greet his wife and his kids with those same loving kisses. But for now, I will enjoy them all for myself...
Oh and I'll share them with Alf occasionally. ;-)
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