October 1, 2009

A few days ago, my little girl came to my side while I was watching a video on Facebook of cars that were uncontrollably floating in flood water and bumping into each other.  I explained to Abby that there was a flood in the Philippines brought about by a terrible storm.  Curious, she continued to watch the video and proceeded to ask me, “Why is there flood in MY Philippines?”  Awww.  The worry in her voice was unmistakable.

At the very young age of 5, Hubby and I try our best to let our daughter know about the harsh realities of this world but not so much that instead of knowledge, it is fear that we end up instilling upon her.  It is every parent’s instinct to protect his child…from everything, worries included.  The last thing we want is for Abby to suffer child stress, thinking she’ll go hungry or homeless or be sick with a disease she can’t even pronounce, like malignant Mesothelioma.  Instead, we want Abby to realize at a very young age, how truly blessed she is…how truly blessed we are.  We want her to value, be content with and be grateful for the things we have.  So, no worries, my child.  We’ll do everything in our power to make everything all right.