Why?
Spent some time with my grandchildren last week. What fun we had reading books, splashing in puddles, watching ants and racing cars across the living room rug. As an educator, I love watching how the kids develop. Their little minds just seem to run full tilt sometimes. I was amazed to watch my grandchildren figure out problems by themselves. I also enjoyed listening to their often profound questions. Grandson #2 tested my ability to come up with creative answers, however. "Why?" was his favorite question the entire time I was there. Made me wonder if his little mind ever rested. But, what a gift it is to have children that ask questions. (Even if they do drive you nuts sometimes!) Here are some of the questions I danced around. Why do ants like mud? Why are you stay with us? Why do you like to sing songs? Meena, why are you Mommy's mommy? Why can't I find my red car you gave me? (I have given him several, so finding the right one was a cha...