Returning home on the bus with my baby girl in my lap, holding her close because she’d been complaining of a tummy ache, I wished the driver could go faster. I feared what was about to happen on the crowded, rush hour ride. And sure enough, within seconds it went flying. Vomit. Vomit went flying from my little girl into my face, my hair, and all down both of our coats, scarves, and pants. By that point I had resigned myself, and while no one said anything, I knew this is not what they wanted after a long day at work. But when my girl started crying, not because she felt sick or because she vomited, but because she got ‘you all dirty’ I said screw it.
Nothing I could do for the other people. They were adults and just had to understand that sometimes crap *or vomit* like this happens, especially to little toddlers. I could, however, do something for the little girl crying in my arms upset that she got me dirty. I soothed that little girl telling her it didn’t matter, and sat there holding her covered in puke for the next ten minutes – until we got to our stop. No one offered a word of encouragement, or a friendly look of sympathy. It was a very looooong ten minutes.
Until it came to my stop, and a lady who was sitting at the far back came forward, and as she past us, she didn’t cringe or give a dirty look like I had done this on purpose *’cause yeah, I torture my child just to screw up your day* but instead she cried, “Oh no! Can I help you????” She was getting off at the same stop as I, and as the bus slowed, stopped, opened and we exited, she kept offering her assistance. Asking if there’s anything she can do to help us home. We were all right – I just had to carry her to the house and then get her cleaned off – but this lady with her sincere help and understanding gave me the support and strength I needed at exactly the right time.
Thank you. Thank you to this lady. I don’t know your name, and I didn’t catch it as I was wrapped up in my girl, but thank you. You really helped give one mama a little camaraderie right when she needed it.
Frannie Pantz
March 5, 2014Thank god for strangers like that lady–even in the most uncomfortable circumstances. You're right–it does happen. And how sweet of your little girl to be more concerned with your cleanliness. I hope she feels better!
Joanna Haughton
March 7, 2014That lady was very helpful just in her concern for me, and it was much appreciated at that moment. And yes, it was so heartbreaking that in that moment she was concerned about me being dirty instead of how bad she felt. She's much better now, thank you!
Alexandria
March 6, 2014Poor kid! Poor you! That's a truly tough situation. Literally nothing you can do until you get home. I always try to help or at least give the parent a look or word of sympathy when I can.
Joanna Haughton
March 7, 2014A kind look or word is greatly appreciated, trust me. Thanks!
Kierra Makayla
March 7, 2014Awh, poor baby. Love when people are genuinely nice.
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Joanna Haughton
March 7, 2014Agreed. It really helps the spirit to just know someone is there.
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March 7, 2014Here we start to see the colors of spring but we don't forget it's winter watching your landscape!
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Joanna Haughton
March 11, 2014Thanks for visiting! Yeah, it's a bit hard to forget about Winter when snow's piled above your head – trust me, I've tried!
Sincerely,
Joanna
countrygirlcityfashion
March 17, 2014Your pictures are so pretty, and I love how elegant and effortless your outfit is. The black looks so pretty against the white.
Joanna Haughton
March 18, 2014Thank you. There's been more white canvas this Winter than I would've preferred, but it does make for a beautiful stark background. Thanks again!