Introverted boys
There have been a few occassions where naptimes have not coincided. In fact, I have even had days on occassion that from 10:30-4 I have had only, but always, one child awake. These days are never as bad as I expect them to be. An introvert myself, I am always grateful for naptime, early bedtime, and do try to get at least 15 minutes in the morning before the boys get up (which event is dictated by my entry). However, I have noted signs that both my boys are introverts as well, which should come as no genetic surprise. Although they love one another and are each other’s bosom companions, they both obviously enjoy the alone time. I generally can do my own thing as each in turn takes the opportunity to play with all the toys all by himself. I’m amazed how little they need my attention or desire my opinion on such occasions.
Then, after an hour or so of solitary play, and the confined one starts vociferating, the refreshed introvert rushes to the bedroom door. Both boys’ internal response is exactly the same, but the outward manifestations differ according to ability: one bangs on the door, vocalizing in response, while the other excitedly and repeatedly asks my permission to open the door and release his brother.
