I'm thankful for my Halloween baby girl. She was "scheduled" to arrive on November 1st eight years ago, but she has always had a mind of her own, and so she became a Halloween baby.
I love her independent spirit, and even her ever-changing moods can be fascinating. We had our first ever Halloween-themed birthday party this year, and she loved every minute of it. She threw herself with gusto into the planning, the scouring of Michael's and Target for Halloween decor, the painting of goody boxes and decorations, and picking out costumes. I think it is safe to say that she had a good party.
I am also thankful for how much better she has been getting along with Owen, also known as her 5-year-old vampire sidekick. With Liam transforming into a Tween, Natalie has accepted, and dare I say enjoyed, having her younger brother as first mate on her adventures. Yesterday she even speculated about her best friend from school, saying, "She must be kind of lonely, not having anyone to play with." Mind you, this friend is one of four kids, but they are all older. I pointed out that her friend has a sister in 5th grade, so the same age difference as between Natalie and Liam, and she replied, "Yes, but you know, she doesn't have anyone younger than her, so she can play with them." I could not resist (and I should know better) saying, "You are so LUCKY to have Owen, aren't you??" The daggers she shot in my direction were very quick, so I'm pretty sure that means she agreed with me.
I love my Halloween baby, spunky, smart, funny girl, who proudly proclaims, "You know, I'm into lots of things besides video games. I like art, math, being outside, balls, dancing..." Yes, all that and more, sweet girl.
No comments:
Post a Comment