What was odd, is that just a few weeks prior to that, I had been reading about someone's 8 year old daughter cooking her family pancakes.
She had been doing it for TWO.YEARS!
I thought maybe my undiagnosed Mommy-OCD was getting in the way of my daughter's practical development!
So, I said yes.
She planned the menu. And except for cooking the meat, she truly did most of the work. I assisted her in the kitchen, giving practical tips when it was necessary.
I can't say much more than that I was terribly proud of her!
Here was our meal that evening:
Cheeseburger patties; a salad consisting of carrots, broccoli, shredded cheese, and ranch dressing (which i must say was quite yummy!); peanut butter celery sticks; plain celery sticks (for her brother since he HATES peanut butter! seriously, is he my kid?)
Right after they took baths, we dug in to eat!
And with a smidgen of encouragement, she was even glad to leave me with a clean kitchen.
I think I will teach her how to clean bathrooms next!
Stacey
That is so neat. Way to go A!!
ReplyDeleteLooks yummy! Send her my way!
ReplyDeleteMy girl hates peanut butter too. And loves to cook. :) Good job A!
ReplyDeleteWhat a nice looking supper! She did great! I can identify with the Mom OCD. I have to force myself to let them do things. It's harder than it sounds!
ReplyDeleteThat is so sweet!
ReplyDeleteI'm so impressed! She did a super job. Who knows, she may be the next Rachel Ray.
ReplyDeleteWhen J. was in middle school, I used to make her plan and cook one meal a week. She usually got her brother to help her out. I don't think she always liked to do it, but she learned a lot from the experience!
Cyndy
I bet she was so proud.
ReplyDeleteI taught Britt how to switch out laundry for me and put in another load that is waiting and that was like the greatest..lol and funny she LOVES to do it. I am sure that wont last though.
I just love the picture of your daughter cleaning the counter. What a wonderful job she did! Good job to her, and good job to you, too, Momma!
ReplyDeleteMartie