Tatum was invited to a SLEEPOVER. Yes, you heard me. She’s 5, and one of her buddies in her class invited her and the other girls in the class to spend the night for a birthday party. I think my first sleepover was in 6th grade!
I have so many thoughts about why this is not a good idea at her young age. The first and foremost reason is that she is forming her personality, habits and character traits each and every day. EVERY input is truly valuable. Is she mentally prepared to spend it with 7 other little girls and a single mom? My instinct says no.
I did not tell her about the invitation. I figured she’d find out on her own after the fact. So, the weekend she was invited, I made sure we had a great time.
Of course there is time with Coti!
And time to read together.
So, when she went to school on Monday, I waited for her to share her FOMO. (Fear of missing out).
She didn’t mention it until Wednesday. She told me all the girls went. I asked her if she was sad that she didn’t go. Confidently, she said, “No, mommy; not at all.”
I left it alone. She sure is filled with joy and strength. I love her spirit. Absolutely LOVE it.