How Larkin became Larkin Lulu

When Barry and Kennette (me) went to visit Jamie, Paul and the twins when they were 3 months old, we fell in love. They were so small still, yet their personalities were already showing. They both coo’ed and smiled easily and were in our arms as much as they would let us. It was such a precious age. The greatest joy for both of us was seeing beautiful Jamie so good at her role as a mommy. She was so tender, loving, and attentive to the needs of each one.

The first thing that struck me about Larkin were her eyes. They were so unique and yet familiar. Perhaps they reminded me of her mommy. Some pictures of Jamie as a child seem to confirm it. However, there was another little girl Larkin reminded me of: Cindy Lou of WhoVille from The Grinch Who Stole Christmas. Jamie was sweet and agreed completely and the name Larkin Lu was born. I’m trying to attach the picture of Cindy Lou so all can see the similarity (which she may hate later in life!). Hopefully, Paul can help with that.

Below is a note from Jamie attached to a video of Larkin in an outfit I sent to her.

“Just a quick video to show you how cute I look in my new outfit! Thanks so much for thinking of me – see how I can move around?? Come visit so I can show you in person and climb up on you!! Love you lots Aunt Kennette!!! Your bestest girl, Larkin Lu (from Whoville – although I think I’m too young to understand that…but my mom wanted me to write it) xoxoxoxoxoxo”

Larkin’s eye’s and her cute blond pigtails remind me even more of that dear character. Over the years she will probably grow out of it all. But if she ever wonders about that little nickname, she should know that it is a compliment, for Cindy Lou was sweet, innocent, and dear to us all who grew up knowing her. We love you Larkin Lu -Who!