Eyes on the Prize
Our three year-old grandson Thomas was at a birthday party where nearly all of the guests were girls. A piñata in the shape of a butterfly was hung up, and the guests were told they’d take turns hitting it with a stick. The girls were horrified at the prospect, shouting, “Don’t hurt the butterfly!” and “Don’t hit the poor butterfly!”
Thomas also loves living butterflies but has been to parties with piñatas before and knew what was inside them. He had a different message for everyone, “Kill the butterfly!”
With Love,
Russ
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My wife and I have been married since 1979. We have 3 adult children and 4 young grandsons. I manage a wealth management firm I founded in 2003. My Beloved is a Special Education teacher for Kindergartners and First Graders. I'm a published author of 23 books in a variety of genres for grownups and children. In addition to my family, friends, investing, and writing, my passions include reading, watching classic movies, experiencing waves crashing on rocky shores, hiking in ancient redwood forests, and enjoying our small redwood grove and fern garden.
Go Thomas!
(Big smile!)
Did he get the deed done? Hope so. One way to impress the girls: candy. 🙂
I’m glad I wasn’t drinking anything when I read your comment or I’d be wiping off my screen and keyboard right now from bursting out laughing! Yes, the poor piñata was sacrificed in the name of candy. He was indeed popular with the girls.
Russ
😀 😀 They start so early these days.
a wise realist with experience. )
That’s quite a compliment, especially for a three year old! As one of Thomas’ official spokespeople, I thank you on his behalf. ;-D!
Russ
Oh so cute
He is indeed. Thank you, Joanne.
Russ
Best story of the day Russ!
Thank you, Colleen.
Russ
A surprise ending! … gave me a smile! Diane
I’m glad you enjoyed it, Diane.
Russ
How sweet! 🙂
Thomas or the candy inside the piñata? ;-D! Thank you, Ute!
Russ