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The ABC's of Life from a Child's Perspective

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Real Estate Agent with REMAX Distinctive Real Estate, Inc. VA 0225060562

I have not really taken much time this month to post on my blog as the holiday is quickly approaching and true to form, clients are anxious to close on their homes.  Sometimes, I just have nothing to share that would be of any consequence to anyone else.  But today, I couldn't resist an opportunity to share an assignment my daughter had from her literature teacher.  I am not going to take credit for this amazing literary masterpiece.  Its innocence and humor speak volumes and it's something we can all learn from...So here are the ABC's of life according to Mia Ward - my 11 year old daughter.

Adrienne

Adrienne is my sister and 10 years older than me. My sister Adrienne is very kind, caring and generous. When ever I visit Adrienne she's doing better and better with her life style choices. I always look up to Adrienne for help. I think of Adrienne as a role model for everyone. I believe that Adrienne will go far in life and she will have a happy life.

Brother

I have two brothers. They both are special in there own unique way. One of my brothers is 10 years old, and his name is Matty. I also have another brother named Billy.  He's very tough but very nice once you get to know him and I mean like lived your whole life with him knew him. My brothers are very nice to me and very tough on me, like I'm another guy.

Church

Church is a very sacred place and it helps me think about what I've done wrong. I love that I can open up there. I love the priest there very much, and they're very nice there.  I really love how the church is right next to the school and how I don't really have to go that far on cold days.

Dad

My dad's nickname is Dollar Bill.  We named my fish after him.  He's very strong and helpful.  He goes to people's houses and solves problems as a police officer.  I love my father very much and he is very funny.

Elegant

I think I am pretty elegant, although most people that know me know I'm a cluts.  Elegance is a very important thing to have at my age or older. My mom and sisters are elegant as for me not so much. I'm trying to be more elegant.

Family

Family is very special to me. I am so happy when my whole family is back together because they're usually at college or at high school. During the holidays is the perfect time for the family to get together. I love that when the family is together there is constant noise. In my house I like noise and I hate the quiet. So I can't wait for Christmas.

God

God is the ruler of the entire world. God is really Jesus. It's so cool I can't explain it!  God sent the angels to tell Mary that she was going to have Jesus and since God is Jesus I really don't understand it. How can you be in one place and then another?

Heaven

I picture that heaven has beautiful horses and you never fall off. Heaven is a place were you watch over the people you love and you make sure nothing bad happens to them.  There are choirs of angels singing and they never stop. There are dogs and cats running around so that you will never feel lonely.

Intelligence

Having intelligence is a gift because you can grow up to be a good, intelligent person with a good job. I am intelligent when I'm trying. When I am awake I can learn a lot of stuff. I believe that intelligent people can pursue a lot of good things.

Joy

I have a lot of joy in my life. My friends are always joyful and my family is always joyful. I also have a teacher named Mrs. Joy and she is sometimes joyful, too. If you look around you you will see joy. In the worst thing that has ever happened to you, you can find joy out of it.

Kindness

Everyone is kind in my family and my friends are kind, too.  Kindness is an act of generosity.  It comes from your heart.  When I'm kind to other people, I can make them feel good about themselves.  Kindness is putting other people before yourself.

Love

God is love.  Love is the main ingredient to having a healthy family.  I love my family very much.  Love never dies. 

Mary

Mary is the mother of Jesus.  Mary saw two angles and they told her she was going to have Jesus, our Savior.  Mary had a husband named Joseph.

Nicole

Nicole is my older sister.  Nicole is 17 and about to graduate high school.  Nicole is an awesome older sister because she does a lot to entertain me.  She also is a great gingerbread maker.

Oprah

Oprah is sort of like my sisters but black.  Oprah is kind, giving and she has her own talk show.  My sisters aren't on talk shows but are kind and giving.  Oprah gives to the poor.  She also looks like a kind person.

Pretty

There are a lot of pretty people out there and I know a lot of them.  I don't think of myself as pretty.  I think of myself as unique.

Quackalackine

Quakalakine is my pet on Webkinz.  I really love my pet because if you can't afford a pet or your family members are allergic to animals, you can have Webkinz.  Webkins are digital.  It's like having your own pet but not.

Reindeer

Reindeer are cool animals.  They can run fast and they have cool antlers.  I have a lot of reindeer in the field near my house.  I love where I live.  There are no street lights and you can catch fireflies.

Sugar Cookies

Who doesn't like sugar cookies?  I love sugar cookies!  They're my favorite cookie.

Teachers

I have a lot of teachers.  They're pretty cool.  I think that a teacher that would give us no homework every day would be the coolest.  I really like my teachers.  They are nice.

Unicorn

Unicorns are awesome.  They have pretty colors with a pointy end to protect themselves.  I have never seen a unicorn.  I'm pretty sure they aren't real.

Valentine's Day

Valentine's Day is the holiday that you celebrate love.  It is also my Grandmother's birthday.  She loves Valentine's Day so much that she wears hearts all the time and chocolate is her favorite food.

William

There are many Williams in my family.  My grandfathers' names are both William.  My brother's name is William.  My mother's brother's name is William, and my Dad's name is William.  I love them all!

X-ray

I've had a lot of x-rays because I'm a little clumsy.  I had got a button stuck in my nose when I was 3 and they took an x-ray.  I ran in a big gym and slid into a concrete wall when I was four.  I had an x-ray and a CAT scan.  I broke my wrist when I was 8.

Yummy

My mom's food is really yummy.  She is a really good cook.  My mom is always coming up with creative, yummy dishes that are also healthy for our family.

Zoo

My sister Adrienne took my brother Matt and I to the Zoo in DC.  I had a very good time but my brother whined most of the time because he had to walk a long way and it was hot.  We saw a zebra, a lion, a bear, an elephant, a giraffe, and lots more.

By Mia Ward

Mia's Proud Mom, Irene Morales Ward, Northern Virginia Real Estate

 

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Irene Morales Ward
REMAX Distinctive Real Estate, Inc. - Stafford, VA
Realtor - e-Pro - Northern Virginia Real Estate

Cindy - But how warm it will be with your family all gathered together!! Have a wonderful (and safe) trip.

Allen - She IS cool!

Dec 10, 2007 10:45 AM
Susan Haughton
Long and Foster REALTORS (703) 470-4545 - Alexandria, VA
Susan & Mindy Team...Honesty. Integrity. Results.
Wow, your daughter sounds like an angel herself...her idea of heaven with horses, dogs and cats happens to be mine, too.  She sounds very, very special and I know you are immensely proud of her.  I think her insight is awesome for any age, but particularly for an 11 year old.  Wow.
Dec 11, 2007 02:13 PM
Irene Morales Ward
REMAX Distinctive Real Estate, Inc. - Stafford, VA
Realtor - e-Pro - Northern Virginia Real Estate
Susan - I couldn't be prouder!  It's amazing to me, even after 5 kids, the profound power these kids' words and actions have on my life and outlook.  Whenever I need to get my feet on the ground, they are always right there to remind me to keep things in perspective. 
Dec 11, 2007 10:40 PM
Jeanean Gendron
The Address Realty - Redding, CA
Specializing in Selling Unique Properties
Irene, what a joy to read. Thank you for sharing this beautiful vision of your daughter. If we could only hold onto that presence of mind and heart-filled perspective. Beautiful, truly beautiful.
Dec 12, 2007 01:45 AM
Vanessa Stalets
RE/MAX Elite - Brentwood, TN
REALTOR, Brentwood TN Homes, Real Estate

Sometimes kids have it all right and we are the backwards ones. We could learn or re-learn so much if we listened more often! Thanks for sharing this and tell Mia thanks too!

Merry Christmas!

Dec 12, 2007 01:47 AM
Irene Morales Ward
REMAX Distinctive Real Estate, Inc. - Stafford, VA
Realtor - e-Pro - Northern Virginia Real Estate

Jeanean - Thank you so much for your kind words.  Mia is extraordinary - although, I feel that way about all my kids!

Vanessa - Mia is quite surprised that adults find her essay so entertaining and that they've said so many nice things.  It's really made her feel quite special.  Thanks for sharing your kind words.

Dec 12, 2007 01:52 AM
Dawn DeGroff
Fredericksburg Realty, Inc - Fredericksburg, VA
Irene - Just got back from a mini vacation wih my best friend from Germany so I missed this post.  It is priceless.  What a great assignment.  I love it!  I hope Mia has a great "noisy" Christmas.
Dec 12, 2007 02:45 AM
Jennifer Hartwick
Crane and Crane Real Estate - Columbia, MO
Very special and thanks for sharing.  My daughter would have similar comments to say about the Zoo too!  Her brother and sister were whining because they had to walk too long.  Actually, I think they all were!  Oh how their memories work!
Dec 12, 2007 07:05 AM
Elizabeth Nieves
The Elizabeth Nieves Realty Group - Durham, NC
Bilingual Raleigh - Durham North Carolina Real Estate Team

Irene:  You have one amazing little girl!! This is my favorite!!

God is the ruler of the entire world. God is really Jesus. It's so cool I can't explain it!  God sent the angels to tell Mary that she was going to have Jesus and since God is Jesus I really don't understand it. How can you be in one place and then another?

Dec 14, 2007 06:23 AM
Jason Crouch
Austin Texas Homes, LLC - Austin, TX
Broker - Austin Texas Real Estate (512-796-7653)
Irene - I just wanted to let you know that I included this post in the weekly wrapup for Family Ties.
Dec 14, 2007 07:01 AM
Elaine Hanson
Coldwell Banker Realty - Malibu | Topanga - Malibu, CA
REALTOR - Topanga, CA Real Estate Agent
Irene, I'm glad this made the wrap-up!  This was precious and very well put together.  Will you please tell Mia that I really enjoyed her thoughts and that I am trying to be more elegant, too! 
Dec 14, 2007 07:40 AM
Lisa Heindel
Crescent City Living LLC - New Orleans, LA
New Orleans Real Estate Broker
Irene, I owe a thank you to Jason for including this in the wrap up or I would have missed it!  This is amazing...my favorite:  When I am awake I can learn alot of stuff.  Does she like to sleep a lot? LOL
Dec 14, 2007 07:51 AM
Sandi Bauman
Chico Homes Real Estate - Chico, CA
Chico CA Realtor
I hope you'll save this one for Mia--  it will make her laugh and cry in another 10 years!
Dec 14, 2007 03:34 PM
Karen Anne Stone
New Home Hunters of Fort Worth and Tarrant County - Fort Worth, TX
Fort Worth Real Estate
Hi Irene:  What a cool story you have shared with us.  I used to teach children Mia's age.  I did that for nine years before I got into real estate.  I could almost hear the wheels turning in Mia's mind as she went through her alphabet.  What a sweet daughter you have.  As I am sure you already know, you are truly blessed.  Thanks so much for sharing.  Take care... Merry Christmas...
Dec 14, 2007 05:38 PM
Irene Morales Ward
REMAX Distinctive Real Estate, Inc. - Stafford, VA
Realtor - e-Pro - Northern Virginia Real Estate

Dawn - The NOISE starts today!  My son is coming home from college and we'll all be together for the next month....Merry Christmas to you and your family (enjoy the noise).

Jennifer - Thanks for commenting.  Have a very, Merry Christmas!

Elizabeth - That was my favorite too, although the Oprah one was pretty funny!

Jason - Thanks for sharing Mia's perspective.  I hope it puts a big smile on everyone's face before the holiday!

Elaine - I will pass the message along and by the way, before she edited it, it read "more eleganter" - I kind of like that better! LOL

Lisa - Not a clue what she was thinking.  That's the beauty of my daughter - and kids in general!

Susan - I know what you mean...we were doing some of both at home.

Karen - I taught preschoolers for nearly 10 years and the stories I could tell.  The innocence is simply precious.

 

Dec 15, 2007 01:49 AM
John Novak
Keller Williams Realty The Marketplace - Las Vegas, NV
Henderson, Las Vegas and Summerlin Real Estate
What a great list for adults to keep in mind to show what's really important. I was struck by the presence of familiy, spirituality and basic human values thoughout the list ... a more cynical me would have expected to see iPod instead of intelligence! And it's impressive to see that Oprah made the list not as a celebrity, but for the kind of person she is. Your daughter is clearly on the right path in life!
Dec 15, 2007 02:06 AM
Irene Morales Ward
REMAX Distinctive Real Estate, Inc. - Stafford, VA
Realtor - e-Pro - Northern Virginia Real Estate
John - We've always been very proud that all our kids truly get the importance of love and family instead of "stuff".  They are very thankful for the things they have but more thankful for who is in their lives - God, family and friends.  They don't just talk the talk, either.  Thanks for your kind words. 
Dec 15, 2007 10:08 AM
Anonymous
Nicole Ward
I love that I can read this in school. It makes me happy. The Oprah one is my favorite. Second best is "I think I am pretty elegant, although most people that know me know I'm a cluts." Amen to that, sister! Love you!
Dec 20, 2007 11:11 PM
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Irene Morales Ward
REMAX Distinctive Real Estate, Inc. - Stafford, VA
Realtor - e-Pro - Northern Virginia Real Estate
I'm glad you're happy, baby girl - you know what Mia says about JOY!  And CONGRATULATIONS FOR BEING ACCEPTED TO LONGWOOD UNIVERSITY!!!!!!!
Dec 20, 2007 11:43 PM
Todd Clark - Retired
eXp Realty LLC - Tigard, OR
Principle Broker Oregon

We home school and I'm giving this to my 9 year old daughter as her assignment on Monday. I think this will really make her think and would love to see what her answers are.


Thanks for sharing,

Dec 31, 2007 04:42 PM