Today as we discussed the days of the weeks and the months of the year.. and that February ends on Thursday on the 28th. I asked my children what month comes next – “March!” they replied.

“And what very special day is coming up in March?” I added excitedly… Of course, the smart asian kid says “Saint Patrick’s Day!” – Sure Kid.
Then I ask, “What very special day for Ms. Naomi is coming up in March?” And another smart asian kid replied “Your Birthday?”

BUT GET THIS. Then I ask, and when is my Birthday? And that same smart asian kid remembers – and raises his hand again and says March 10th!

So Mindblown. I am so loved. When a five year old kid can remember the exact date of your birthday from last year from when he was four… that’s love.

Then I asked, “And how old am I going to be?” And another five year old kid remembers I am 25 and replies 26!

SO AMAZED. AND SO LOVED.

Now here’s where things get funny…

Last year I commented. “Wow. At 25 Ms. Anahita – my mom – was already married and had Ms. Naomi and Ms. Natasha in her tummy. Can ya’ll imagine Ms. Naomi having a baby in her tummy right now?!?!?!”
It sure gave the kids a good laugh 🙂
But then one little girl said last year, “So Ms. Naomi are you going to get married now?” And I replied “I guess so!”

THIS YEAR… I thought I’d humour the children again and dramatically told them: “WOW! At 26 Ms. Anahita – my mom – was already married! And had babies! So I guess I need to find a boyfriend – And get married! – And have babies!”

Then the sweetest five year old raised his hand and said in the most sweet, solemn way that a five year old can: “Don’t worry Ms. Naomi, it’s OKAY if you don’t get married this year.”

MY HEART MELTED.