Imdependence

The kids have been exerting independence in all sorts of ways lately, some welcome and some not so welcome.  One that has gone over fairly well is making their own lunch.

Usually it is a double decker pb&j, but the other day Hans put together a grape jam and pickle chip sandwich.  He rounded it out with some yogurt on the side for protein and a few blueberries.  And he ate it.  All of it.

They manage to take care of everything themselves, scaling the counters to get down their supplies.  Everything gets put away and dishes end up in the sink.  I try to overlook the sticky counters and cabinets, because they're trying and I don't want to discourage.

Having a taste of each other's creations (concoctions?)

And it's so cute to see them work together.