Friends

Emma doesn't really like doing her math. She is good at it, she just doesn't like it. I have to sit next to her and say, "Okay, now do the next one," for every problem. Yesterday I was getting a little frustrated because there was a lot to get done in a short amount of time. I had to leave to go to the doctor, so we really had to get done. When I did leave I was wondering what I would have to do to get her to do her math by herself. Then I remembered my younger years (even into high school and beyond). There are some things that I don't like doing by myself. My mom would often busy herself at the table while I did my homework, just so I would have someone with me. Even when I started teaching school, I would bring home papers to correct, and sit with my mom (who was doing her own thing) and correct. I realized that Emma might always need someone by her to get her math done. She is very independent in other areas.

I still don't like cooking by myself. I like to have people in the kitchen to talk to while I cook. They don't have to do anything, just be there. I don't like doing crafts by myself. I do, because there isn't always someone to do them with. Today I was lucky enough to have Brynn come and make bows and clips with me. I like having someone there to talk to and bounce ideas off of. I don't like going shopping by myself. I like to have a friend to go with me. Emma is getting old enough to give me great opinions on my style, so she is good to go shopping with. I guess what it all comes down to is I like friends. Even though I have always considered myself a shy and quiet person, I still like to have people with me. I do cherish my alone time, but I love company and happiness and visiting and friends.