Its really great fun dressing little girls especially when they are young and will let you decide what they should wear. Granddaughter L wears adorable outfits and knows when she looks cute. Last week we went shopping together and the number of people who smiled at her as she trotted along wearing a little white ensemble was surprising. Maybe it was her twinkly trainers that caught their eye. Granddaughter E is that much older so would prefer to choose what she wears. Last week it was pink pyjama bottoms and her new swimming costume. It actually looked good. Mind you, her favourite is still a pretty dress or her pink ballet dress.
I recently have had a full body check up from one of my grandchildren. I am about to have a shower and granddaughter E is chatting to me. Suddenly the conversation turns to my body. We have a frank discussion about why parts of me are larger than her Mummy’s. Its OK as she is only three and she is only talking about what she sees. I have my shower and put on a summer dress. Nothing more is said. Later on that day I notice her looking at me again. She tells me that she likes my dress, the colours and pattern. Then she tries to discuss the style and that’s when she mentions that it is rather like a dress that pregnant ladies wear. She’s right, it is. Will I be affected by what she has said? Probably yes. Will I do anything about it? Probably not.
July 22, 2010 at 1:14 pm |
That made me laugh! My 3 year old grandson is so polite – he comments on my outfits “Grandma, that is a lovely colourful t-shirt”. I will wait for him to comment on my size!