“These stairs look\u2026 daunting,” I finished her thought. She was in unbelief that I used that word.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
I love walking with her. Getting used to a slower pace was challenging, but I adapted. Sometimes, I slip up and walk faster, but she rightfully tells me to slow down.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
When she’s with me, my precious little one, I try to avoid stairs. She’s sensitive, and I go out of my way to conserve her energy. The only exception is when I persuade her to take the train instead of the bus. It annoys her a bit, but the chance to walk and smoke with me balances it out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
At home, we sometimes have to take the stairs. Despite our love for elevator rides, stairs can be fun, especially if I make her sit down on the floor\u2014distracted.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
I love giving her little breaks during our climb. I appreciate how she stops me for a break at random times because she knows I want her well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
I miss walking with her, coming home exhausted after a long day. I want to untie her laces, take off her shoes and socks, rub her feet, and accidentally tickle her. I just want to nap with her.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
I ignore the elevator now because it feels empty even when I’m inside.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
As I climbed these stairs quickly, I thought about the breaks I wish I could be giving her if she were here with me.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
I will preserve her energy from the merciless weariness of the stairs throughout her life and mine.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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