Open, Open, Open

I always thought these commercials were annoying. @0:28. Imagine my surprise when yesterday the perfect opportunity to use this chant fell into my lap.

We were sitting in primary, listening to Sis. Talili's respect-themed sharing time.

Jasmine: I'm gonna die alone.
Me: What?
Jasmine: Because I'm never getting married. I don't want to do the whole marriage, wife, mother thing.
Me: O.kay
Jasmine: [exuberantly] Do you live with your mom?
Me: Yes
Jasmine: I think I'm gonna do that.
[pause]

Me: You know, you may change your mind. You should leave your options open. You never know...
Jasmine: [serious face] Nope. All my options are closed. [more rambling about being alone]

She super caught me off guard. If it comes up again I'll be sure to mention that even single people aren't alone and encourage her to keep her options open, lol.

That's the extent of the Facebook coverage this exchange received. This experience reminded me that regardless of whether or not I'm trying to be an example, good or bad, people are paying attention. Jasmine's young and I'm sure she'll change her mind over and over again, realize her teacher isn't as cool az as she thought I was and establish her own pattern. She hasn't been dealt the easiest of hands, but she does have people who love and support her. I pray that she'll consider the full gamut of options before she decides to shut those doors.

racquets and shoes.