It’s hard to believe our little spitfire Charlotte turns five years old this week. She is a bright light in our family and always keeps us smiling. Charlotte lives every minute of her life with an unmatched intentionality. She is focused, determined and confident. All of the traits you hope to see in a granddaughter.
Charlotte loves school and is at the top of her class academically. During a recent project, Charlotte was asked what she would do with $100. She said she would give it away and keep one dollar for herself.
She loves making arts and crafts and has mastered the use of scissors. She makes little pictures and gifts for us all the time. The most recent ones were heart-shaped Valentines with jewels and stickers. She recently celebrated 100 days at school by dressing up as a 100-year-old woman. (I love the hunch!)
Charlotte still loves her baby Tootsie, Princess Tiana and Queen Elsa. She is equally satisfied dressing up in the house or digging for worms outside. She wants to try golfing and thinks watching Jameson’s flag football games is boring.
Charlotte recently memorized The Lord’s Prayer, but she added another line. Just before “Give us this day our daily bread,” she pauses and says, “This is my favorite part.” (It’s mine, too.)
We love this girl and are fascinated by how she learns to navigate the world. I have no doubt she will accomplish anything she sets her mind to. I hope she never loses this fire.