Friday Funny--Godzilla

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Thoughtful Thursday--UGH! My daughter is growing up!!

This is basically a cathartic piece with some hope of encouraging comments from those of you who are going through or have gone through this before.

My daughter is getting older and I'm not sure if I like it (or ready for it, for that matter!). I will present the evidence.

First, she's starting to smell. I remember being a classroom teacher and having those fourth, fifth, or sixth graders come back from recess. Ooowee. Smelly little bodies.
Well, that is starting to be mija. Sometimes she will come up and throw herself around me in a hug and there it is. A big whiff of BO.

Being me and always trying to keep her prepared for the upcoming changes in her body, I mentioned that deodorant will be in her future.
Well, that future was Sunday morning! She asked to put on deodorant before church. {sigh}

Second, she's having dreams about boys. I woke her up the other day and she said, "I want to finish my dream." Well, turns out the dream was about "Jack", a character on a TV show she watches. Well, at least he is a nice looking kid, so she's got some taste, but really? Dreaming about a boy?

Third, she keeps looking for a reason to wear a beginner bra. Her cousin passes on clothes to mija and the last batch contained some beginner bras. Now to tell you the truth, I know they are coming. I had the occasion to rub some essential oils on her chest and I could feel a different texture in the chest area, but definitely nothing "developing" as it were. She's diligent in looking however.

You know I go harness free as much as possible, so putting a bra on her is going to wait as long as possible.

Fourth, she wants to start her period. You read that right. Even after living her whole life with a mom with "lady issues" she wants to start. I can't remember what had proceeded the comment, but last week she sat in the middle of the floor and said, "I wish I would start my period, so I could be a woman." This statement was accentuated by a flourish of curvy arm movements demonstrating a woman's shape. Really?

I'm thankful that she understands what a period is and is not afraid of it. HOWEVER, I had to comment that while a period might mean you body was turning into a woman, the heart and mind had to develop a lot more before you could become a godly woman.

Do you see what I mean? This is crazy stuff. And I haven't even mentioned the attitude!

Here, I'm posting some pictures back when she was young and innocent.


 
There, I feel better now.

Any advice or consolation you can leave, would be wonderful!

Have you heard of Jamberries?---and giveaway!

Sorry I've been absent. A water balloon killed my laptop! And the warranty is expired, so I'm sitting here at the library!

I've recently discovered a new thing that I find really cool. In fact, I'm having an online party and you're invited.

 

Jamberries!

I'm going to let my friend, Ginny, tell you more about them!

Here are some mommy and Jr. designs for
girls 8 and under.

Jamberry Nails are an innovative vinyl wrap that adheres to your nail (natural, acrylics, gels) through heat & pressure! They will last up to 2 weeks on your fingers & 6 weeks on your toes. No chipping, smudging, or dry time! With over 300 designs, including ones for little girls, there is truly something for everyone!!

This is an ONLINE party and will be open until May 26th, but no need to wait; as soon as you place your order, you should receive it at your home in 7-10 days!! Feel free to invite your friends to the "party" as well. The more, the merrier!

I will be playing games and giving out prizes, so make sure to check in often so you don‘t miss anything!!!
Ordering is easy! This party is ONLINE, so you can order anytime day or night! Head on over to Betsy's party website and have fun shopping!
Don’t forget to take advantage of our BUY 3, GET 1 FREE SPECIAL!

Shop here and choose Betsy's Jamberry Jamboree Party at check out!

I wish I could post pictures of my fingers, but it's not working here at the library.

Here is a picture of one of my friend's before using one Jamberry and Sally Henson polish. And after...not even a whole week since she could stand it no longer!


Come play on my Facebook party and I'd love for you to order.

AND here's you chance to actually win some!
My friend Jamberry Ginny is offering you a great deal!

It's a zippered cosmetic bag, manicure kit, jamberry buffer, and sheet of your choice of Jamberry nail wraps! I'll be running this giveaway until my party ends on Tuesday, May 27.
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