Yesterday was Daddy's birthday and we had a few family members over to celebrate. The girls wanted to put on a performance of their most recent "favorite" movie... something about a barbie princess named Odette, and her wanna-be-prince, Derrik. With several mighty tries, the girls just couldn't remember (nor agree) as to how the performance was to begin.. and as we were getting ready to just call the whole thing off, Flash Gordon (aka Mateo) ran over to them to tell them how the movie started and saved the day. Fifteen minutes of adult belly laughter ensued as the girls, Mateo... and even Abby, entertained us with their attempts of song, theatrics (Mary had to play prince Derrik while Mateo was a turtle) and simple innocence. As I watched my five year olds "play pretend" I just couldn't stop thinking about how fast they have grown up...and how the world has already influenced them.
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| Flash Gordon (Toe) keeping a look-out |
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| Happy Birthday Daddy |
