So Lauren is a Brownie (Girl Guide's). As you all are probably aware camping is an integral part of guiding. Lauren came out of her meeting the other night with her schedule for the rest of the year...she was very excited because it includes a camping trip in February. The following is an excerpt from the conversation that ensued...
Lauren: "So can I go on the camping trip Mommy?"
Me: "That is something Daddy and I will have to discuss when we have more details..."
Lauren: "What do you mean mom, I'm 7...it will be great...I can go!"
Me: "It is something Daddy and I will have to talk about...we don't know any of the details, it is out of town, it is winter...."
Lauren: "MOM!" she says very impatiently. "I'm 7!"
Me: "Yes, Lauren I know..."
Lauren: "Do you know Mom, do you really know?"
Me: "Yes Lauren, I was there...I know you are 7."
Lauren: "Mom, it is JUST camping. I know how to go camping, I have done it with you and Daddy millions of times over the years. It will be just fine, I know it will be just fine."
Me: "Yes, Lauren, I know you can handle camping but it is still something Daddy and I will have to discuss."
Lauren: "FINE!, but you know Mom, I am 7 now, not 3...you are going to have to let me grow up sometime!!!"
This kid is 7 going on 20! I am really not looking forward to the teenage years!
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