Growing Up

My nephew is 9 and nearing the end of his ‘magical’ days. He is starting to doubt the Tooth Fairy, Santa Claus, and the Easter bunny.

This week, he asked his parents why the Tooth Fairy didn’t collect his tooth. “Maybe because she couldn’t find it?” “Maybe she’ll get it tonight.”

My nephew said, “But that was 5 days ago.” Oops.

Children have an innocence that fades as they grow up. My nephew is at this point of discovery.

We all grow up and learn truths. Some are harder than others. It’s part of growing up.

What’s a truth you found out lately?

-Elle