I've always been pleased to see KC share things that she is really fond of whether it's M&M treats or some toy. On our trip to Yellowstone, Tif would sometimes give KC three or four M&Ms as a reward for something. KC would eat one and then offer the rest to us. Make no mistake, she really likes M&Ms, but she wanted everyone else to enjoy it at the same time.
Yes, it's true. I'm proud of her. I'm proud that Tif and Ed are fostering kindness in her. However, I'm also wondering if it's something you're trained to feel and do or is it something that is innate and part of who you are when you're born.
I used to wonder about this in my classroom where I saw children with all kinds of personalities. I knew their parents were wonderful people, but their child's behavior sometimes weren't quite as terrific. Then were children from unstable, rocky home lives who were as sweet as could be. On the other hand, I've seen children who were terrors grow up to be truly amazing and beautiful adults. I guess you just never know.
What a cute picture of KC sharing with her friend Brad! That is very commendable of her!! Tif and Ed truly have a remarkable child. You should be proud of her!!
ReplyDeletethat's lovely that KC is so kind. I do think kids learn a lot from their parents, but you're right it's hard to say exactly.
ReplyDeleteIts amazing how some children are so sympathetic and giving... my 3 are so sensitive when it comes to others... What a sweet photo of your grandchildren... I bet KC is a protector of those close to her.
ReplyDeletewhat a little sweet heart,, such a big heart.Not too any kids would do that.I agrre though i don't think we ever know how our children will turn out,, we just do our best and hope it all works out.
ReplyDeleteSo cute .Willingness to share is a great quality .You must be so proud of her .
ReplyDeleteHow cute. And how unlike me at that age, I'd have greedily hoarded everything I could for myself. (I think I would have, difficult to remember now)
ReplyDeleteThere definitely are differences in personalities among children that have received the same upbringing. I've seen that in my own boys. They're all generous and kind, but to some it comes more naturally than others.
ReplyDeleteDelightful. Nature or nurture? Long debate...
ReplyDeleteIt comes down to that old question of "nature or nurture." I guess it's a little of both. Two siblings raised in the same environment turn out completely different! Good post!
ReplyDeleteKC is so cute. As an only child, it seems remarkable that she has such a caring, sharing nature. That is rare.
ReplyDeleteI haven't ever understood how kids can be so different also.
KC is so cute. As an only child, it seems remarkable that she has such a caring, sharing nature. That is rare.
ReplyDeleteI haven't ever understood how kids can be so different also.
KC is a sweetie and I know you are very proud. I agree with those that say the nature vs. nurture question is a hard one to answer.
ReplyDeleteI think kids are born with a certain personality and temperament (even intelligence), and mothers can see that immediately right after birth. My 2 daughters were very different as babies, and they are different as adults, also -- perhaps due to their having different fathers?
ReplyDeleteSuch a cute picture of KC and you have every reason to be proud, Kay! As a former teacher, I had the same experience with kids and their parents, you just never know. I think Tif and Ed are doing a great job and you and Art are certainly a plus in her life as well! Hope you have a great week!
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Such a cute picture. Just by these two examples mentioned, I think KC likes to see people happy and that's a very nice quality in a young child.
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KC is wonderful, and you have every right to be a proud grandmother. She knows M&Ms make her happy, so she wants to share them with her family, so they'll be happy, too.
ReplyDeleteShe knows her friend is unhappy, so she wants to fix the problem, so he will be happy, too.
She's a treasure. I hope I can watch her grow up via your camera.
— K
Kay, Alberta, Canada
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Adorable children and I love the pouty lip on Brad. He looks like my John at that age. Some children just give and give and in the long run as adults, I wonder how well that works. I sometimes wish I had encouraged my daughter to be tougher with her little brother. Am I getting cynical in my old age? Dianne
ReplyDeleteI think we are born with certain personalities-explains why the same parents get so different children...
ReplyDeleteShe's going to be a winner.
ReplyDeleteWise words, teacher!
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No wonder you're proud!
ReplyDeleteThis photo and these two kids are prizewinners!
ReplyDeleteSweet-natured children usually grow into sweet-natured adults. Unpleasant children often learn through experience to become cooperative and kinder adults.
ReplyDeleteI wonder a lot about this, how much of character is innate and how much of it is cultural.
ReplyDeleteI'm quite bemused to see strong family character traits emerge in my grandkids.
How sweet of her to share...most kids won't...good parenting..
ReplyDeleteHi Kay!
ReplyDeleteI enjoy raisining my baby son now.
but it's hard to raise him in the future probably. sometimes I wonder how I raise him.
I hope he become a good boy!
when I'm worried about him, please give some advice to me!