Today made me sad

[Lex]

It was a lovely day but a conversation I had picking up my God son from school was both sweet and heartbreaking.

*walking home in the snow he's quieter then normal*
"Lex?"
Me "Yes baby?"
"I don't want you to get old." His reply is softer then his normal voice and I smile wondering what brought this on.
Me "oh why's that?"
"When you get old you die, and I don't want you to die."
Me "What on earth brought that on?"
"I don't know, I just like you is all."
(He's six)
Me "I'll to my best to out live you kid"
"Ok" then he runs and face plants himself in a snow pile. ❄️
Seriously he's such a unique kid some times.
But he broke my heart saying that, and I'm not sure why.

 

[PaulKH]

I suspect lots of little/unique examples like this are made to test your understanding/acceptance level. You were having one of your many and perhaps your godson was having his first of many (and you were the subject of his focus). The complex reality of death can challenge any human (and not always in a positive way): that while death can be horrific, it is also the very mechanism that gives life its urgency and vibrancy. These are massive concepts for a 6-year-old, so I'm happy your playful attitude and that pile of snow were there to help him.

 

[Lex]

I suspect lots of little/unique examples like this are made to test your understanding/acceptance level. You were having one of your many and perhaps your godson was having his first of many (and you were the subject of his focus). The complex reality of death can challenge any human (and not always in a positive way): that while death can be horrific, it is also the very mechanism that gives life its urgency and vibrancy. These are massive concepts for a 6-year-old, so I'm happy your playful attitude and that pile of snow were there to help him.

Thank you for the positivity it was much needed. He is a very sweet boy.