When I grow up, I'm going to be a...

Today after preschool I took the kids to the library.  We can easily spend 1-2 hours there.  They play with the toys, bring me books to read, and use the computers.  It is a favorite place for all of us.  Since we spend a fair amount of time there, we have become acquainted with several of the librarians, particularly the children's librarians.  The kids are always excited to see Ms. Catherine, who seems to remember everything they tell her and always greets them happily.  Today, they were telling her about Halloween and Florida and lots of other random things.  Anna mentioned she was going to be a doctor when she grows up (she has been using the baby first aid kit to give her dolls, and me, check-ups which has sparked her interest in "medicine.").  Of course, Ms. Catherine then asked Jack.  He responded, "a policeman".  On to Kara.  Her response?  "I'm going to be someone who gets cupcakes and a flower."  We both agreed that everyone should have a job where they get cupcakes and a flower.

If you are wondering what her response stems from, when we were in Florida we went to a high school football game where the daughter of my one good friends is in the band.   Anna was fascinated by the cheerleaders and decided that when she is bigger, she wants to be a cheerleader.  Jack was interested in everything and nothing at the same time (I think he mostly liked climbing the bleachers and eating ice cream).  After the half-time show someone left cupcakes and a flower in each of the dancers' seats.  Kara decided then and there that when she grows up, she wants to do something that will earn her cupcakes and flowers.  Everyone has to have a goal, right?