One of the things I say to Jake a lot is "Who loves you?" And he used to smile sweetly and point to me and say "You do." But now his reply is "Me. I love me the most and you love you the most." And if I ask who his best friend is? (He also used to point to me and say "You, mama.") He now replies "I am. I'm my best friend and you're your best friend. Everyone is their own best friend."
I don't know where in the world he came up with this, but if we're taking him literally . . . that's kind of a cynical view of the world, eh? Or maybe he's just already figured out a fundamental truth in life -- that for the most part, people only care about themselves.
Either way, it's odd.
But for the record? Jake-man, I DO love you more than I love me. Just in case you're wondering.
May 4th, 2002 Our wedding
September 14th, 2002. Going home from the hospital with 2 day old baby Jake!
10 days old and we're ALL worn out!
1st Halloween (6 weeks)
1st Christmas (3.5 months)
January 2003 ~ 4 months old
July 2003 ~ 10 months old
December 2003 ~ 15 months old
June 2004 ~ 21 months old 
Lou's 28th birthday. 10-23-2004. 
Easter 2005 ~ 30 months old 
Or maybe he is figuring out that in order to love others, you have to love yourself first, and that to take care of others, you must care for yourself first. And the most important thing is to be someone you love and respect and would want to be friends with yourself. Just some other perspectives. Happy Holidays dear!
Posted by: Monica | December 29, 2006 at 02:34 PM
What ^^ she said. But I do love the last line. A very beautiful sentiment. :)
Posted by: Ninotchka | December 29, 2006 at 04:11 PM
I echo Monica's sentiments. It is perhaps one of the most important lessons in life. Self esteem.
Posted by: Sheri | December 29, 2006 at 04:40 PM
yeah, Monica, deep down I'm hoping it's your way of looking at it. :) Certainly more positive.
jen
Posted by: Jen_Jake'smom | December 29, 2006 at 06:37 PM