Mister Rogers with his cardigan and Keds
Hi Baby,
Today I was reminded of my own early childhood when an internet search returned the name of one of my very first friends, Mister Rogers.
As a child, he was the star on public television. He focused on early childhood education and began his show by asking children throughout the world “would you be my neighbor?”. He would zip his cardigan all the way up, then halfway down, put on his Keds sneakers and invite you into his world. Mister Rogers was perhaps my very first friend. I learned so much from him. I learned how to be polite, how to ask for help, how to tie my shoe, and most importantly how to be a friend. I want you to have the same access to Mister Rogers as I had when I was younger so today I found some used, vinyl LPs of Mister Rogers’ most amazing songs and I ordered them. I know we are going to have so much fun with these songs some day! Soon I’ll be singing them to you while you are in my tummy and then in a few years you’ll be able to sing them with me.
Today we took Frannie dog for a long walk through the neighborhood. Mommy is working to get into better shape so that when your birthday comes I’ll be very strong and in good shape for the delivery. Papa and I can’t wait to see you. Stay strong and I’ll do my best to feed you with healthy, good food.
Love,
Mommy