Abby isn't wired the same way. She would prefer to play by herself most often. She views any child younger than herself (with the exception of Ethan) as a "baby," and treats them like dolls. She's now starting to warm up to other kids her age in her preschool class (but still doesn't play with the kids in Ethan's class - they're too young for her).
The only individual worthy of Abby's time is "The Slightly Older Girl." The girl (and it must be a girl) can be anywhere from 4 to 7 years old, of any size, temperament, race or haircolor. Abby finds TSOG at the playground, and follows her around, mimicking every movement. TSOG at school (a girl in the 4-year-0ld class) was the subject of Abby's admiration at the Halloween party this week, gaining TSOG a follower and a hand-holder to cross the parking lot. Anywhere that there are kids, Abby's homing skills are put to use as she scopes out TSOG.
TSOG's have different reactions to such overtures by our 3-year-old spitfire. There are some varieties of TSOG who view Abby as a pest. Others view Abby as pretty cool to play with. And others just ignore Abby altogether, even if she's talking to them (which breaks her Mom's heart). No matter what the response of TSOG, Abby still admires her.
So in an effort to boost Abby's social life, I am now contemplating putting an ad in the classifieds. What do you think?
Wanted: Playmate between the ages of 4 and 7. Must be well-behaved, providing a good example to a 3-year old girl with admiration in her eyes. Can accompany said child to preschool to demonstrate proper behavior during circle time. Should enjoy princesses, Barbies, animals of all kinds, jumping and some light roughhousing. Must be able to speak preschooler. Girls only need apply.
1 comment:
Ah, wish one of my girls fit the bill!
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