Smitten

A little boy has caught A’s attention.

We were at this boy’s birthday party yesterday afternoon. He, let’s call him M, is one of D’s close friends in his grade and is cute as a button. I totally get why A likes him. I would too if I was her age. He is kind, warm, loving and has a level of maturity not typically seen in kids of his age. He is strong despite his small built, has a sunny disposition. And to top it all, he is a great ‘sharer’.

A was completely taken in by his chivalry. Someone snatched a ball from her during the party and M brought it back to her, assertively announcing to the group of little tykes, this is her ball, she had it first so she gets to play with it, OK!
This, of course completely melted A’s heart. The girl who is usually haughty with a careless attitude suddenly turned into this bashful, demure little missy. M charmed her so much that for the rest of the party she had her eyes on him and followed him like a lost lamb. They looked adorable together- held hands, played ball, shared candy. M, protective, watching out for his damsel in distress and A, secure and safe in her knight’s presence.

As we were leaving, she shyly told me, Mama, M is my favorite. He is so cute. He gets to come to my birthday party!

By the way, her birthday is nowhere near. It is five months away but as you can tell, her planning has already begun and little man M heads her list of friends to be invited!