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Oct 11 2008
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I have known Alexandra almost her whole life. She came to my daycare at the delicate age of three months and stayed until she went off to kindergarten, which was this past year.
Binnie, as her mom so affectionately nicknamed her, was like the Energizer Bunny. She never stopped moving, never sat still or slowed down. No matter what was going on, at any given time, she was always a step or two ahead of the other children.
She has the sweet, outgoing personality of her mom and a heart of gold, giving attitude like her dad. I know that her character is partly the result of her parent’s wholesome, faith based qualities but there is also a genuine sense of perception that is all Binnie.
In all of her five years she has shown a unique sense of caring for others that truly surpasses her age.
She has brought much joy to my days. Knowing my absolute love for Coke Slurpees, this tiny tot would sometimes insist that her mom stop to get me one before work. Many a morning Heather would find herself in the middle of the breakfast rush at Burger King to get a frozen coke for me. Binnie’s sole goal was to surprise me — and surprise me she did with her thoughtfulness.
For whatever reason Binnie hated when I’d refer to myself as an old lady. Usually I’d save this remark and dramatize the effect as I’d try to cajole the kids into helping to pick up the toys. Whether Binnie saw right through the charade or saw me as just a big kid, I’ll never know.
I’d like to treasure the memory as a compliment that she she saw past the gray hairs to really appreciate the ‘kid’ in me.
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Jul 25 2008