Words of Wisdom

Dude is a thinker. I'm often amazed at the correlations he makes in his daily observations. Here is an example. Poor Dude has small feet. He is constantly teased because of it. He wears the same shoes he wore in kindergarten, and in one case, preschool. Great for the budget, but not great for my poor second grader. He came to me after another child had made fun of his feet and told me how much it hurt him. I tried my best to console him by telling him about an 8th grade teacher of mine who would constantly point out my small feet. He looked up at me and said, "Mom, I've been thinking about this. When I was in kindergarten we planted flower seeds. I chose to plant marigolds. Some of the other kids planted sunflowers. The marigolds started growing first and got really big fast. But, the sunflowers took longer to start growing, but they were the biggest flower in the end. I've decided that I must have Sunflower feet. They're starting slow, but they will be the biggest in the end!" Dude, you are incredible, and will make this world a better place. I'm a lucky mom.

What grade did you say?

Yesterday marked another milestone for our family. Doctor started his first day of 25th grade! He's endured 13 years of public schooling, followed by 5 years of college, 4 years of medical school, and is now a PGY (post graduate year) 3! Only 3 years left. It's a good thing we're enjoying the journey!
Funny side note. Dude and Princess had their last day of summer school on Tuesday. Since they didn't miss any days the school district rewards them with $100 each. Dude is buying a Nintendo DS, and Princess wants an umbrella. :)