My D always screams "daddy" and runs to me whenever I pick her up. It is clear she is excited to see me. I'm also sure at this point that her affection for me irritates W to no end, but I LOVE it! It makes anything negative I may have experienced during the day go away instantly.
I know it will pass and I'll be on top. My focus is on me and my D, but you are right that it still stinks to have to wait.
Time is my friend, but I want my friend to move faster.