This week’s
guest bloggers are ”The Grandkids” and they have some wise words to share. We had a few days together and their sweet
spirits and active minds always come up with some awesome phrases. Truth and
wisdom truly comes out of the mouths of babes.
Here are just a few of the gems from the past week.
The oldest
is the illustrator for my first two children’s books. We spent many hours at
work while she was here. She is talented and young enough to be confident in
her abilities. She also knows her own mind.
We took her
shopping for her birthday. She picked out an outfit in about five minutes. The
skirt was the same brand and style as two she already owned. Running her hand
across the rack she stated, “I want to collect all of these.” I can relate. I
feel the same way about a couple pairs of shoes that I own – one red pair and
one black pair. I want a pair in every color!
She is also
confident in her artwork. When asked if she could draw a particular item or
scene she would think for a moment and then smile and say, “Yes, I can do
that.” When asked if she thought the picture needed anything else she would
often say, “No, this is good enough.” And it was!
The middle
child proved to be my own personal fashion consultant! At four years-old, she
appreciates all pretty things. Eyeing and admiring my limited assortment of
necklaces, she was pleased when I offered to let her wear one. Still, she
continued to comment, “That big jewel necklace is so special.” In other words,
“I would so love to wear the big jewel necklace, but I don’t think you will let
me.” The big jewel necklace was actually a prism tied to a string hanging
alongside my necklaces. Of course I let her play with it. I’m a grandma!
She approved
of my red high heels and disapproved when I opted not to wear a necklace. “Why
aren’t you going to wear a necklace? What earrings are you going to wear? Why
don’t you know!” She’s right, you know. I could put forth a little more effort
to accessorize.
The little
guy didn’t have much to say – at least not that we could understand. When we
stopped to pay attention, we discovered that he was communicating more clearly
than we thought. My favorite was when he would point to his oldest sister and
say, “Gaggie!” Her name is Maggie.
What did I
learn from the Grandkids?
A –
Self-doubt is learned behavior.
B – A little
effort can produce big results.
C – If we
pay attention we may find that others are telling us more than we first
thought.
Have a great
day and as my grandkids would say, “Believe in your abilities, try a little
harder, and pay attention to what others are attempting to communicate.”
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