Breakfast Doodler by Jen Bixler

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23-MAY-2007

Breakfast Doodler

The Kindergarten year is coming to an end.
I have enjoyed my long mornings with Bug more
than I could ever express in words here.
This morning, she asked for waffles.
I had no waffles at home.
I asked her if she wanted to go get waffles and she said, "YES!".
So, off we went to the local diner.
We had a breakfast date which usually includes her green Doodle.
We played Animal Riddles, shared a waffle and she had scrapple.
Yes, I said scrapple!
Do you know what scrapple is?
Yes, my 6 year old loves scrapple!
I asked her today what her life dreams were.
Her instant response was, "Oh they're wild! I am with Papa. And we are in the jungle!"
Just a perfect breakfast date and it saddens me that she and I will be losing this chapter in our life.
I have enjoyed this stage of my Bug so much.
[Jen exits now to wipe tears]

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Ann...		25-May-2007 06:41
I can feel the concentration - whatever she is doing it will be a masterpiece! Great moments lie ahead for you both, I'm sure - she will keep you on your toes and keep you young. Enjoy!

Guest		24-May-2007 06:08
A really nice portrait Jen. Less is more, and this is definitely less. You show exactly what's needed, nothing more, nothing less.

Guest		24-May-2007 04:36
I can understand this feeling, but be sure that there will be other moments like that.

FairEnigma		24-May-2007 04:17
..just strap on your seat belt because it gets wilder...(in a good way) The ride is just beginning! signed, "Love being a Mom" ~V~

Char		24-May-2007 03:39
Hi Jen, How wonderful! Thank you for sharing that with us.

B. Meredith		24-May-2007 01:59
Cindi, Dan, Wei, Ron, Kathy and the others have not left me much to say, except that it's awesome what a response your photo and caption evoked. You and Bug willing be having breakfast dates for many years to come. Yeah--I've tasted scrapple, and for those of you who haven't, it doesn't taste like chicken!

Dave Wixx		24-May-2007 01:59
But you'll always have the memories to look back and new memories to forge.

Kathy Walls		24-May-2007 01:27
Don't cry Jen - Although I have never met you, I have followed you as a mother via your gallery(s) - I have often stopped and told myself (even my sister) what a terrific mother you must be.....your pictures and your words have revealed much. Keep doing what your are doing and your little Bug will only continue to develop into an amazing young lady and a best friend.

Guest		24-May-2007 00:04
Great concentration in this shot, Jen! Don' worry bout Bug getting older - ah have 2 beautiful daughters an they still sit on ma knee an call me Daddy in that questionin sorta way that all parents no mighty well - it's when they want somethin!! BTW, Ron - ya suggestin ah ain't human??!! Mike ;O)

Bill Ewart Jr		23-May-2007 23:55
Don't worry Jen, there are so many more moments you'll be enjoying along the way- some good, some not so good, but more memorable than you can ever imagine!! At least you realize now that this is a good memory!!!!!!

Guest		23-May-2007 23:14
Awww! Sensational shot and text. V

R. Walls		23-May-2007 23:08
And we've enjoyed watching her hands, legs, back, hair, and each eye grow as well! However, don't fret. From experience, each step remains as special as the first. The first day of "BIG" school and the experiences of that year are even better than kindergarten. And then it's "I'm no longer a first grader" and all the new experience that brings. I'm sure 3rd will have it's rewards as well. Dry the tear! The end of kindergarten is the least of your worries. Social Services will soon be after you for feeding your child scrapple! No human eats that stuff! <:)

Dan Chusid		23-May-2007 22:19
Another day, another month, another year. Yes it goes by so quickly but then that's the process we all go through in growing up and becoming what we become as adults. Your little baby is becoming a grownup before your eyes and you'll continue to have great times together while she does. Every smile and every tear, shared together. First grade will be a big step for her...and for you. Cherish the moment and continue being the great mom you are through all life's big and little changes. - DC Scrapple:http://www.globalgourmet.com/food/sleuth/0998/scrapple.html

Cindi Smith		23-May-2007 21:16
Don't cry! You have another 20 or so years yet to go before she flys off to start her own family! The older she gets the more she becomes like you. You have a beautiful soul and it shines through Audrey! She has your genes and you two will always be close, even when she becomes a pain in the rear teenager! Love ya!

Shayne		23-May-2007 21:14
your gonna make me cry too Jen ~soft smile~

Carole Stevens		23-May-2007 20:25
A beautiful moment with your girl Jen; you'l always treasure that, but think of all the better moments you'll have as she's growin up! What is scrapple?

Wei O'Connell		23-May-2007 18:51
Sweet moment! Great shot. Jen, enjoy every moment you have now, she grows up fast!!!

Guest		23-May-2007 18:50
what is scrapple? Does it have pig in it?? yum! You should introduce Bug to Hailey (larkin's kid!!) Sweet!

Guest		23-May-2007 18:29
Oh, But don't cry now because the next Chapter will be fun too! TRUST ME!!! I have been through several Chapters and I have alot to go yet, too! Memories are what we make them, REMEMBER THAT!!! I Love You two sooooo Much!!!

J. Scott Coile		23-May-2007 18:03
This is so excellent. Great candid moment. Well composed Jen!

Ray :)		23-May-2007 18:03
This is such a sweet capture, Jen. A reminder of when a certain small boy played with his Etch-a-Sketch...

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