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March 3, 2008
Interesting
Having a 3 year old girl is like having a mirror to hold up to myself. The other day I asked Britta her opinion on something. Her reply, "I think it was interesting."
That's when I realized I say that. All the time. That's when I realized that I should reconsider how often I say that phrase. Saying something is interesting is saying nothing at all. It is a way to give a positive answer without committing to an opinion.
I don't want to raise an opinion-less girl. Often times I find myself deferring to other people's opinion when often times my opinion is just as valid, if at times even more so. I either lack confidence to state my opinion or don't want to create waves.
A few weeks ago at the Democratic Caucus my feisty 85-year old neighbor lady asked me who I was voting for. I said, "Hillary." She was so excited and said, "that's our girl!" During the 1 minute speeches she stepped right up. She said, "my husband had to leave because he hates when I give my opinion." Then she proceeded to give an impassioned speech about why everyone should select her candidate. I sat mute in the corner with Britta. After the caucus she came over and asked me why I didn't stand up and say anything.
I gave her the cop out answer that I had Britta with me and had to do damage control. But really I didn't feel like trying to convince anyone that I had the right answer when I think Obama is a great choice. Just not the choice I was making that day.
Anyway, to end this rambling, I am going to try to say "interesting" less and say something real more. I'll try and stand up to a podium and give 1 minute speeches when I have the chance.
And I'll hope I won't offend anyone or sound stupid. It is all going to be for Britta's sake!
Posted by jana at March 3, 2008 5:32 PM
Comments
You should say "Fascinating", just like Mr Spock always did. No one is cooler than Mr. Spock.
Posted by: dunsany at March 3, 2008 7:35 PM
you made me laugh. :)
Posted by: Jana Kleitsch at March 3, 2008 7:53 PM
Can't top dunsany's comment, but still wanted to say: you go girl. :)
Posted by: cmh at March 4, 2008 10:49 AM
Thanks Cheryl. You possess the passionate, articulate and humble qualities I hope to instill in my daughter.
Posted by: Jana Kleitsch at March 4, 2008 11:40 AM
Your child sound so much like my Son- same age- nice to know I'm not the only mum hearing herself in her children...
Shell
Posted by: shellbells at March 6, 2008 5:13 AM