Bloomers

I've been having a tough time at work recently. One of my "bosses" is particularly hard on me. I was talking to Patrick about it the other day and unbeknownst to me, Ellie overheard me. Ellie walked over and said:

"Mama, why is your boss so mean to you?"

"Well, Ellie... I think she is disappointed with my work and thinks I should try harder."

Ellie paused for a second, looking very serious and said:

"Mom, maybe you're a late bloomer?"

She made my day. Maybe I am a late bloomer. :)