I like to celebrate his independence and freedom to express himself. And his intelligence. He really is one smart cookie. I want him to feel able to speak up and share. I like that he is willing to ask questions. He has a quest for knowledge and information that is admirable.
But sometimes I need a break.
When you are watching a Braves and you can count your child ask 35 questions in under 10 minutes, you might understand(seriously, I counted!)
Kid, mommy needs a break from the questions.
Today in the post office line, Danny learned the names and reason for being in line of every person there. And believe me, I did not start any of the conversations. I know I have a reputation for being a bit of a talker....ok, ok, so I do talk alot too. But Danny is in a league way beyond me.
The other day in Walmart Danny told a very very old man that he "looked old". (where can I hide in a situation like that?) Fortunately, this old man happened to be willing to play along. He looked Danny straight in the eyes and said in a gruff voice, "well, I AM old!"
I feel like we walk a fine line between being full of wonder and being a little beyond our years(maybe even rude?). I was encouraged today when one of the post office customers from today stopped me outside and encouraged me to keep "feeding the wonder and questioning". He was adamant that I continue to encourage Danny that his questions are ok and his fearlessness is an important life skill.
Thank you sir. I needed to hear that today.
I love how this captures them in a moment reading, not even noticing mommy lurking with the camera! Check out that quest for knowledge...
1 comment:
You are right....the apple does not fall from the tree.... :-)
Tell Danny to keep talking and asking questions.
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