About This Book
Reach for this book when your child is struggling with a temporary separation, such as a parent traveling for work or a shift in the daily family routine. It provides a soft place for children to land when they feel the 'empty space' left by a loved one, validating that it is okay to feel sad even when life continues with fun activities like library trips and movie nights. The story follows a young girl whose Mommy goes away for a week, leaving her at home with Mama. It beautifully captures the slow passage of time for a child and the physical sensation of missing someone. While it features a same sex household, the emotional core is universal: the resilience required to wait and the complicated, sometimes shy feelings that come with a long awaited reunion. It is a perfect choice for preschool and early elementary children needing reassurance that their family bond remains strong even across distances.
