My Patsy Ramsey Moments: Reflections 2007

So I think Abbie is a pretty good little artist. She had the opportunity to showcase her talents at her elementary school Reflections contest "I can make a difference by..." It was a little tricky getting her to sit down and focus long enough on the question and make it match with her drawing. Some of the drawings went like this: "I can make a difference by...(insert picture with happy flowers and clouds)... I would then ask her to clarify how that drawing matched with what she wanted to do to make a difference. Brad said I was being way to bossy and I made her start over a couple of times because it wasn't "quite right...". Well la-di-dah. Momma definately knew best because she did get a nice little honorable mention.

She was recognized and got a nice little ribbon. Brad made her promise not to do her "wierd kindergarten smile" for the pictures and Grandma was there as a surprise.

I was so proud of her and am looking forward to making her win next year.

Comments

Celia Fae said…

Way to go, mom. Children need to be guided by their mothers. If they're crying, you're doing something right. I'm impressed you have the wherewithal to make her do it.

December 2, 2007 at 7:08 PM

Melanie said…

You're AWESOME!!!! LOVED hearing all about it! Congratulations to both of you. :)

December 2, 2007 at 7:53 PM

AnnEE said…

Zing. Looks like she did the kindergarten smile anyway.

December 2, 2007 at 8:17 PM

Hazen5 said…

Good for her! That deserves a Post on the Cousin Blog!!!! I knew her artistic ability would take her places! Way to go Patsy.

December 2, 2007 at 8:36 PM

Unknown said…

What are you talking about, Patsy Ramsey? I don't see mascara or hair extensions on little Abbey.

December 3, 2007 at 10:07 AM

Jessica G. said…

Congrats, Abbie! Can't wait to see the picture.

December 3, 2007 at 11:43 AM

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