There is little doubt in my mind that having to wait longer for milestones means we appreciate them that much more when they come.

Turns out Corin’s monkey antics were just the thing to bring on Lina’s first real laughs. The video is dark and wobbly, and we didn’t catch the first round of laughs, which were even better. But I could watch it over and over, just the same.

Corin was terribly pleased at his success, and I even got my own little giggles this morning, tickling her neck with my kisses.

These are the moments I live for.