When a Four-Year-Old Makes Up Her Mind
- Joie Lesin
- 3 hours ago
- 2 min read
Storytime with Salem
It's time for a story, Salem.
Do you want to hear the story about when we first knew you would join our family one day?
I bet you do. So, let's begin...
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About a quarter of a century ago when your momma was four, she and I had a memorable conversation.
I recall this fondly not only because of her age—four was one of my favorite ages with both her and your uncle—but also due to the content of our exchange.
After a dramatic sigh, she said, “I wish we could have a cat.”
“You know we can’t,” I said. “I’m allergic, remember?”
“Yes, I ‘member.” She pushed an auburn curl out of her eyes and crossed the room in her blue Annie dress to grab her hand me down purse. “But when I have my own house, I’m getting a cat.” She stuffed toys into the purse to carry from room to room.
“I won’t be able to come over if you get a cat.”
“That’s okay.” She slung the oversized, overstuffed bag's leather strap over her shoulder and strolled past me out of the room.
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And now she has you.
While I am allergic, I’m so happy you’re part of our family. 💕🐾
Decisions Made at Four
As I've watched her grow, I've witnessed my daughter follow through on the important decisions she's made for her life, even ones she made at the age of four.
An Important Sidenote
As I told Salem, memories of that fourth year with both of my children stirs up many stories. This was the year our talks became conversations. Their interests and talents began to blossom. This is why in my next installment in The Passenger's universe, I feature four-year-old Olivia.
I cannot wait to share more about Olivia and the rest of the characters!
Until next time,
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About the Author
Award-winning author, Joie Lesin is a life-long fiction writer and poet. She is most recently the author of The Passenger. She has long been fascinated by anything otherworldly including mermaids and ghosts. Joie writes character-driven, emotional, atmospheric tales about heartache and hope.