Dear Little Artists,
First and foremost, I want you to know how deeply I love each and every one of you. There’s no doubt about that! One of you, whose name I will keep secret, has already outgrown my little game of whispering sweet nothings into your ear, claiming, “I love you so much.” But I can’t help it; I’ll continue to express my love a million times a day because it brings me joy, and I know one day, you will do the same with your own children.
Now, let’s get back to the matter at hand. As we gear up for another school year—with one of you starting preschool and the other brave enough to head into kindergarten—it’s time to have a serious conversation about your artwork. I adore everything you create with those delightful (albeit often filthy) little hands. However, I need to address the sheer volume of creations that will likely be coming home: from family trees and pumpkins to snowmen and doily hearts, plus all the colorful doodles on Post-Its and scraps of paper.
The reality is, we simply don’t have the space to showcase every single masterpiece. Our refrigerator, walls, cork boards, desks, shelves, and even our car are overflowing. We’ve reached a point where our home feels more like an art gallery than a living space!
Now, I know this may sound a bit tough, but not every piece of artwork you create can be saved. Some of those papers barely have a mark on them, and I might have, ahem, discreetly recycled a few pieces that didn’t quite make the cut. I promise, though, I’ll be more mindful moving forward.
Let’s make a pact: we can keep the truly special pieces, but for the rest, how about we take some photos of them instead? This way, we can preserve your creativity without cluttering our home. We can even store these digital keepsakes in the cloud, ensuring they remain safe and sound over time—without the risk of musty odors or yellowing. If you want to get crafty with those photos later, I’ll fully support your creative endeavors!
What do you think? Shall we strike a deal? I can’t wait to see the incredible art you will create this year, but remember, I won’t be able to keep everything!
With all my love,
Mom
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Summary
In this heartfelt letter, a mother expresses her love for her children while addressing the overwhelming amount of artwork they create. She proposes a solution to preserve their creativity without cluttering their home by taking photos of their pieces and keeping only the most special ones. By making this pact, they can cherish memories without the burden of physical storage.