I was in Kohls today with Sophia having a grand old shopping time. We were in the shoe department trying on shoes and having a nice conversation – as usual. I was talking away and Sophia was listening…and only occasionally responding with one word answers or a nod or a little babble of Sophie Speak. Along comes a Kohl’s associate…a young kid of no more than 20 years old who asks me curiously, “does she talk?” as he gestures at Sophia.
Huh. The question took me aback because I could tell he was thinking, “why is this crazy woman talking away to this kid who is not talking back?” Like I said…he was a kid. I responded to him, “Yes, she talks. Not as much as I talk to her – but she will catch up one day.” He kind of nodded, smiled at Sophia, and went on his way.
I sat there for a minute a little bemused. Was it that unusual for him to see a mom blabbing away at her kid – no matter how young? I have to admit, I have been talking to Sophia since she was born – whether I thought she could understand me or not , at home or in public. One day she will be able to really talk back (and Lord help me then) but for now when its just you and your kid on an outing then who else is there to talk to?
I think most moms are “wierd” that way. Or rather – I hope so!
I love it! I can totally picture myself doing the same. =) It’s great Mommy and Me time. Hope you had a wonderful shopping day w/ your daughter.
lol! no one’s ever asked me that, but i have definitely caught myself having entire conversations with Zoe in stores, only to have her reply with “dadadadababababadadada”. i’m sure i’ve confused some young sales clerks as well 🙂
No one has ever pointed it out to me either, but I do it all the time!! Who else am I going to talk to? I also think it’s the best way for kids to learn language – by hearing it!!!!
That’s what you are supposed to do with kids – talk! I never got those parents who assumed kids are somehow stupid or don’t get things until a certain age. Until you know otherwise – assume kids are brilliant and understand everything.