Little Monee was being extremely dramatic today! The tiny baby monkey seemed determined to make sure everyone in the house paid attention to her. She sat on the floor for a few moments, looking around with her little eyes before suddenly bursting into loud cries.
“Eeeee! Eeeee! EEEEE!”
Monee stretched out her tiny arms, kicked her little feet, and rolled onto her side. Then she turned onto her back and started making even louder noises. She looked like a little baby having the biggest tantrum in the world!
Mommy heard the screaming and immediately came over.
“What happened, my little girl?”
But Monee wasn’t ready to explain. She rolled again, waved her hands, and continued crying. Every time Mommy moved slightly away, Monee looked toward her and screamed even louder.
It seemed that this naughty little girl wanted Mommy’s attention all to herself!
Mommy gently approached and checked her carefully. She wanted to make sure Monee hadn’t fallen, hurt herself, become hungry, or experienced any discomfort. She also checked that the floor was clean, soft, and free from anything that could hurt her.
After making sure Monee was safe, Mommy sat beside her and spoke softly.
“Mommy is here, sweetheart.”
Monee immediately turned her head toward her mother. Her crying became a little quieter, but she still made several dramatic complaints. She reached out with both hands as if asking Mommy to come closer.
Mommy gently offered her hand.
Monee grabbed one finger and held it tightly. For a few seconds, she became completely silent. Then she looked up at Mommy with the most serious little expression.
Daddy, who had been watching from nearby, couldn’t help laughing.
“Is she trying to tell us that nobody is allowed to ignore her today?”
Mommy smiled, but she continued watching Monee carefully. She knew that rolling around and crying could sometimes be a sign of pain or illness, not simply a tantrum. If the behavior continued, became unusual, or came with weakness, vomiting, or difficulty moving, Monee would need prompt attention from a veterinarian experienced in primate care.
After some time, the little girl finally settled down. Mommy stayed nearby and gave her gentle reassurance without forcing her to be held.
Monee looked around, noticed Daddy watching her, and made one last tiny squeak.
Then she slowly leaned against Mommy.
Her dramatic performance seemed to be over!
A few minutes later, she was calmly sitting beside her mother, holding her finger and looking much happier. The same little monkey who had been rolling around and screaming moments earlier was now enjoying the attention she had been asking for.
Mommy gently touched her head and whispered, “You don’t need to scream to tell us you need us, little Monee.”
Monee answered with a tiny sound and leaned closer.
What a personality this little girl has! She certainly knows how to make everyone notice her.
Little Monee’s biggest wish today was simple: Mommy’s attention, gentle care, and plenty of love! ❤️
