Another business trip. Another few nights away from the family. I feel so bad. Not because I don’t think Keith can handle her, not because I worry about whether or not she will be ok, but because I know handling a 6-month old on your own for THREE DAYS is hard work! Keith is absolutely the BEST father ever. And Bella adores him. So, I feel very comforted to know the two of them are hanging out having fun while I am in Atlanta.
3 Men and a Baby: Pizza, Beer, Football!
I arranged for our nanny to stay a few hours late each day, so daddy could wrap up his work day before being on baby duty. And my father is in town from North Carolina, so he came to sleep over one of the nights to help Keith out. It was so cute… they packed up Bella, picked up my stepfather and the 3 men took Bella out for pizza, beer and Monday Night Football. A girl couldn’t ask for three better dates than that!
I felt like I was with them, at least virtually. I got pictures texted to me of Bella drinking root beer, chewing on an IPhone and then later, in the bathtub. Everyone had an awesome time and the grandfathers got some quality time with their Princess.
Then, the next night, my mom stopped in to make sure all was in order at my house. You never could tell this is an only-grandchild, could you?
It makes me feel very comfortable going away knowing that my precious jewel is in such caring, capable hands. But, I cannot WAIT to get home tomorrow night. I have been craving some slobbery baby kisses!! And a big bear hug and kiss from Keith. Nothing compares to the feeling of either of those!!
Bringing Up Bella Eveline 
There is not a better father around & Bella just seems to know it! She & Keith are doing very well together…and of course it is our pleasure to come over and share some time with them both..
I love Diana’s comments & her last one brought tears to my eyes! I can imagine Keith & Bella choosing their song at her wedding…omg..
So Jen, not to worry…your cherished Bella will always be in good hands and it is our good fortune to live so close by so as to see her on a very regular basis (whether you are home or not).. I can’t wait until we are able to babysit “alone” with her one of these days very soon..Just like you were the light of my life, Bella is the light of yours & thank you for sharing her with us…
Keith absolutely “exudes” fatherhood …. Bella knows, just as you & our Lisa know, that being with Daddy is always fun! I spent a lot of time with my Dad growing up …. to this day I cherish those times.
Bella is always in good hands, whether with Mommy or Daddy … again, like you & Lisa, she will always be a “princess” … not a bad thing! Remember the song for the “Father Daughter Dance” at the wedding … “You Belong to Me” … not just the title to a classic WWII song …. Lisa & Bill chose it together ..
Love ya, Diana