Proud Mommy

I have had a couple of proud Mommy moments in the last couple of days with Grace.

I had Maggie's mom (Maggie is Grace's best friend) tell me how my Grace stood up to some boys on the playground in defense of her friend. I guess these little boys were chasing Maggie and trying to pull off her bandaid that was covering the incision from a recent surgery and Grace got in between the boys and Maggie and told the boys to stop because they were being mean and told Maggie to run away. They ran together and were "so fast" as Grace and Maggie explained it. I was so proud to hear that she had stood up for her friend in a selfless and courageous act to boys that I am sure were probably bigger than her. I so admire her brave spirit and am proud to say that is my little girl.

Also, today, we went over Maggie's house for a play date. Benjamin came with us (of course) and he wanted to play with everything and anything that the girl's were playing with. Maggie, not used to being around smaller children, had a harder time adjusting to Ben's presence, but Grace, my sweet girl and big sister rolled with the punches. I can't say that Benny was a complete angel and didn't annoy the girls, but she rolled with it and didn't complain or throw any fits about Ben being there. I was so proud of her ability to work things out, include Ben (or ignore him when necessary), or find another area/toy to play with, no arguing or tattling,which is rare. I am sure being at Maggie's house with her added to her ability to be so flexible, but I can say that no matter what the reason, I was so happy to see her playing with her friend and not let Benjamin annoy her. To roll with her surroundings and still be able to enjoy herself and her friend even though Benjamin might be horning in on some of her fun. She is getting to be such a big girl.