Recently, Madeline decided she wanted to learn more about the human brain. (When your husband’s evening reading selections include Primer of Diagnostic Imaging and Brain Imaging, your children are more apt to take a special interest in human anatomy.)
I showed her a color-coded diagram of the brain and pointed to the green section. “That’s the frontal lobe,” I explained. “This is where some parts of your personality come from.”
I went on to explain what a person’s personality is, using adjectives to describe how I perceive Madeline’s personality. “For example, you’re energetic, curious, and empathetic,” I said. “How would you describe my personality?”
“Sleepy,” she said immediately.
“What about bubbly and kind?” My dear husband suggested.
“Oh,” Madeline said. “Those, too.”
Glad my personality gets such a glowing appraisal. Sigh. (And, yes, that is somewhat of a sleepy sigh.)
I don't ask my babies any questions… I can't handle the brutal honesty!!!
That's hysterical!! I would add "perceptive" to her list of personality traits! Because you do talk an awful lot about sleep, or lack thereof, these days!
Kris, sleep is, alas, my obsession. The baby was up more times than I could count last night. She falls asleep very well all on her own, but starting around midnight she wakes up constantly. Ah, but this too shall pass. Until it does I'm afraid I'm going to resemble a "mombie." :)
But come on, that was majorly sweet of your husband.
Kris took the words from my mouth…..but I understand why sleep in on the brain. It's on mine!! I'm so consumed!!
Love your family…you all are such perfect examples of God's love for the family!
Ha ha ha! That is so funny! How sweet of Dave to suggest the obvious other traits too! :)