For the past few years on Sundays after we go to church my family has the wonderful privilege to visit a nonagenarian who lives close by. Since bringing all of the kids into her home would probably result in a few broken antiques and collectibles, each week we rotate which child gets to come with me for the visit. They all love to go and keep perfect track of the order so I don't mess up and give one child an unfair number of turns.
This week was Elliott's turn and he did a great job being social and bringing a smile to her face. When we first got there he ran to the toy bucket that is kept out for visitors and he grabbed a pirate sword. Instead of keeping it for himself he brought it over to the lady we were visiting. He then got one for himself so they could sword fight. Later, as I visited with her he sat quietly on the couch. As we were getting ready to go, I was talking to the lady's son who has become a good friend of mine. As we were talking I noticed Elliott was following along saying uh-huh, oh, and really at various times throughout the conversation. He was so cute and kind, that I had to fly him all the way back to the car.
Elliott was my superhero today for warming hearts with his sweet sociability.
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