The other day, Grace brought me this book to read aloud to her:
which is basically the first, oh, I don't know, two or three pages of Charlotte's Web, only it's stretched out and has more pictures. She was remarkably less ADHD than usual, and it actually seemed like she was paying attention as I was reading. When I got all of two pages in, she exclaimed, "Nonna!" (her name for my mom)
Since my mom was not visiting that day, it took me a moment to realize what she meant. Then I saw that she was pointing to this lady, Fern's mother:
For comparison, here's an actual photo of my mother:
I'm not sure if it's the pulled back hair with bangs or the pig in her arms that did it. I'm guessing the pig.


oh wow, that is too funny! it's amazing the little things that kids pick up on!
ReplyDeleteI can see where she is coming from. I bet it's the same gentle smile that she sees! See you this weekend!! xoxo
ReplyDeleteThe more different are among them, in my point of view, Very well written and certainly a pleasure to get into a blog From Smart People
ReplyDeleteAnother book to add to my must-buy list! :) I love Charlotte's Web!
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