The Stand

For a while now (and I wish I could say how long but I can't), Emma has been really into running a "stand". She sets up on the piano bench and offers various services. Once in a while, the stand spreads so far that it takes over the entire room, so we clear it out while she's in bed or something ... but she's persistent and it's never long before the stand is back up and running.

The stand has provided services such as hair and make-up, drawing pictures, doing math, and serving water. Sometimes we have to pay for services, and other times we get homemade coupons. Emma rotates through the three of us, asking us to come to her stand. Once in a great while, she convinces Sara to run the stand with her - that's a real feat, but it especially warms my heart when Sara plays along semi-willingly. Usually Emma's just happy to find a ready customer. I love her creativity and her entrepreneurial spirit. Hopefully it pays off big time someday!