Growing Up

Kindergarten's not quite over, and she's already planning on how to be prepared for 1st grade. "Mom, I'll need to learn how to tell time, just so you know. But, I already know when it's noon 'cause that's when I leave for school."

This girl is always up to something. I see her carrying my paper cutter outside...then a large cardboard box...then some pipe cleaners. I look out the window to see her sitting under a tree, intently creating something. She comes in a little while later showing me her house, complete with hoses, landscaping, the works.

She is so thoughtful, creative, and determined.