A few days ago, Maddie drew the following picture, a recreation of a scene from her day at school:
Naturally, I was pleased. Her teachers must have been encouraging the kids to shake hands as a gesture of friendship. So I asked her which kids were befriending which other kids.
“That’s Ash punching Marissa. And that’s me punching Edmund.”
So. My daugher illustrated her first schoolyard rumble. OK, it’s not so much a rumble since everybody is smiling, and Maddie hits like a girl. But still, I couldn’t help but wonder what drawings might come our way in the near future if we let this trend continue.
I hereby present my extrapolation of future illustrations:
And
Who We Were Then
- David
- Lillian
- Maddie (5 years old)
- Aaron (2 years old)
6 replies on “One for the Scrapbook”
This is so the greatest thing ever!
Yep, teach them young and all that … 🙂
My son (11) and I laughed copiously at your post and drawings. I hope those drawings aren’t inevitable!
That’s too good, I love the axe one. Let us know when those pictures come out, alright?
Now excuse me while i change my underwear.
Tarantino-esque.
I just happend upon your site, this is so cute. I look forward to reading more… Renee in Phoenix, AZ….