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I forgot to tell you guys about the hubby and our competition yesterday but I had a huge headache one of those that you can't cure with what I like to call the "headache cocktail" (Mountain Dew & 3 Excedrin). Anyway, another thought for the week and then something fun next time.

Why is it that we want to label our kids???? Anyone.....
I had another frustrating conversation with someone indicating that I should test my child for the "gifted program" and should I be happy I don't know but I it is actually really annoying.

Yeah he has an good memory (I personally think it is the repetition) and don't get me wrong that is great but why does he have to be "gifted" why can't he just be two? I hear from other parents: My kid is the fastest, or he is the best player on the team or even other parents talk about other children - is he autistic or ADD or PPD.  Now I do understand that early intervention is critical for autism so unless the child needs special assistance why do they need to be labeled - WHO CARES.

Really at the end of the day if my child is the smartest or the most challenged what I want most of all is that they grow up to be kind, respectful, they work hard, & that they are truly truly happy.

Don't get me wrong, I do talk about what my kid does but when I mention something I mean it more as an observation because just find their differences interesting.

So the question: Is it just me or are parents quick to "label" or "define" children OR is it just parents with their own insecurities that they have the "my kid is the greatest" competition.  I just see it on many aspects with people and their kids and I wonder why can't they just be - I don't know ....happy? To simple?

P.S - I do realize that I am talking to myself but it is good to just get it out.