— Piper told us about Squanto, who helped the pilgrims grow corn. She called him Squash. “Squash did this” and “Squash did that.” I think Squash is an excellent name.
— I also learned that she will wave hello to you from across the table. That wave thing she does. I love that.
— My sister accidentally spilled milk all over Piper’s turkey dinner and I said something silly like, “Piper, are you having turkey soup?” She just laughed it off, not the least bit bothered or upset. She smiled as her plate was taken, smiled as it was brought back, and smiled and waved to me while she ate the rest of her dinner. A picture of perfect contentment. I could not take my eyes off her glowing, happy face.
I love that girl.