Bandit's Corner
I'm feeling pretty confident these days.
Maybe it's the longer legs, being able to reach things on the counter, or just figuring out this thing called life. Or maybe it's that I'm kinda buff! Don't ya think.
I've also discovered that a new view gives you a whole new perspective. You should try it.
Mom and Dad say I'm growing up. Maybe so, but I still have plenty of questions.
Here's what I do know.
My people are my world.
I've been on this planet for less than a year, but I've already figured out a few things that seem pretty important.
Live every day. Don't just wait around for something interesting to happen.
Get up. Stretch. Go outside. Smell something new. Chase a leaf. Take a ride. Eat something delicious. Take a nap. Naps are sooooo good. never underestimate a nap.
And if you're ever unsure what to do, ask yourself, "What would Martha do?"
That's Martha Stewart, by the way.
Mom and Dad say it around the house all the time. I'm still figuring out exactly what it means, but I suspect it involves doing things properly, making something delicious and having everything look beautiful.
I can handle the delicious part.
Another thing I've learned is to be kind. Be thoughtful. And try to come from a place of love.
Even if it means giving up your favorite toy.
That's still a work in progress.
Now, I'm not saying this is easy. There are certain toys in my collection that I feel very strongly about. Like the ones I snagged from Aunt Michelle. And if someone wanted my last piece of cheese, we might need to have a conversation.
But I'm learning that sharing something you love with someone you love can actually feel pretty good.
Who knew?
I also know that life isn't always perfect. Sometimes things don't go the way you planned. Sometimes you get told no. Sometimes the treat jar closes before you think it should.
But tomorrow is another day, and there are still plenty of things to discover.
Mom and Dad keep telling me I'm growing up.
I suppose I am.
I'm getting taller, stronger and a little more independent. But I still want to know where my people are, what they're doing and whether there's room for me to come along.
Because being confident doesn't mean you don't need anyone. Just the opposite.
Maybe it means knowing you've got people who love you, even when you do something silly.
And trust me, I have plenty of silly left in me.
Bandit thought of the week: Live every day. Be kind. Be thoughtful. Come from a place of love. And when you're not sure what to do, ask yourself, "What would Martha do?"
Just remember to share your toys once in a while.
The cheese? Well, let's not get carried away.
Love you all,
Bandit
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