*sigh*

The Blanket Bundles were a hit at the drop off place; Nooze was cheered on for her very hard work. Not one word was said about uneven lines, sewn over areas or chaotic corners. There were many smiles and sincere thanks instead.

I was caught (by the volunteer) apologizing for the blankets' appearance. She smiled, quietly shook her head, and acknowledged the effort instead. I was grateful for this diversion. This was apparently only the second year of this outreach program, and there are plans to continue for years to come. There is definitely a need.

I never realized how quick I am to apologize for anything less than perfection on Nooze's part. Yet, when other children are involved, I only see the EFFORT. I guess it's normal, but it bothers me anyway.

That would be why, at this moment, Nooze is in the kitchen creating her own chore chart. It is backwards (rules on the right, rather than the left), uneven (squares/lines); the entire list is completely chaotic. She just brought it in for me to see. So, although my brain is screaming "Fix it!", I am simply smiling instead. It is taking everything in me not to correct her spelling of 'vacuum'. It'll be all right, though. She's drawing pictures to go with the list...

In orange highlighter.