Thursday, November 1, 2007

i think i helped her a little bit

Emma: Mommy there's something I need to tell you about.


Me: Okay, love. What is it?


Emma: I'm feeling really sad. It's about Bonnie. Her grandpa died when she was one. He was the first one to hold her and he even fed her, but he's died


Me: Oh, that is sad. Sounds like Bonnie had a sweet grandpa.


Emma: Yeah, makes me sad.


Me: I think Bonnie was really loved by her grandpa, huh?


Emma: She said she was sad in class and I told her we need to talk about it on the hill during recess. So we did. She told me and I think I helped her a little bit. But I was sad too.


Me: I know sweetie. You are a good friend and I can see that you helped her by listening and being there.


I am one proud Mommy! My girl has such a