I've been taking time to prepare the logistics required for the arrival of #2 and today's task was to take out all the clothes that Gabe has outgrown, sort them out and repack them according to the different categories I have in mind. They go something like this:
Unisex Clothes #2 Can Wear
This would comprise mostly of home wear for the first few months. They are mostly in whites, yellows and pale blues. If #2 is going to be like her brother, then she would outgrow these by the beginning of the third month, if not earlier. Then they will be packed and stored away for certain buddies who are awaiting the arrival of the stork.
Boyish Clothes - For Home/ Rough Wear
Obviously #2 won't be needing these, which fill up a large vacuum bag. They are already packed and sitting in the store for the above-mentioned buddies.
The Choice Clothes
Most of Gabe's clothes were bought by family members and close friends, or were good quality hand-me-downs. Derod and I contributed to a few choice pairs of shoes. I had such a tough time sifting through these garments. To my surprise, I got quite emotional picking up and looking at these little pieces. Gabe spent much time in these choice ones. There I was, bathing and changing him into these little outfits then time flew by and he has outgrown them just like that. I recall him being so tiny and tubby, looking so wide-eyed and innocent in them. My baby is gone; he's all grown up into this talking, running toddler. I miss him. So I'm keeping some of these pieces with me as keepsake for times that have past us.
Such unexpected emotions at such mundane tasks...
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