Freedom

M: Why do we have stars on stuff for July?

S: Because it represents our flag, and how our country won freedom, that is why we celebrate 4th of July. (Proud of my sweet mommy daughter moment I go in to further depth feeling as if she has learned some deep life long lesson)

M: (after blank looks and thought) What is freedom?

S: Ummm.... uh... (I don't think the dictionary definition will do) It's when you are free. (and some other garbled not know what to say explanations)

M: (Satisfied with my half hearted answer.) Oh.

My mom later gave her a great analogy about being locked in a car seat for a long time and then being let out. Then she got it!

Ellie and Ben had similar attitudes about the parade, and since it is cuter on her, you can draw the inferences on Ben's parade outlook! My friend Kristy and I on the night of the 4th!