Could she be on the turn?

Anna's resistance to all things 'girlie' seems to be waning and dwindling. As she discovers and explores her identity she is finding herself enjoying a few more 'feminine' games and experiences. This is mainly due to some real quality time playing with her sister this half term and the rain that has kept us inside. Last night, watching a Barbie film with Lucy and even playing with dolls! I do not wish, in any way, to stereotype the girls into 'male' and 'female' behaviour, they are both free to make their own choices about lifestyle, dress sense and the paths they follow. It has just been really interesting watching this slight change in Anna and how much she has enjoyed these kind of games. Normally very forceful in ensuring she plays the boys in their play and enactments, this week she has gone for a few female characters in their Harry Potter game the other day for example. I do have concern for Anna sometimes when I think about it - a little girl wearing boys clothes, choosing to play football, playing with what is traditionally thought of as 'boys' toys and the narrow minded attitudes that she may face in the coming years should she continue on the path. Despite these worries, I have no wish to prevent her being herself and exploring who she will develop into as an adult and laying these foundations down. I don't wish to encourage this because it is 'quirky', only because the way Anna wishes to lead her life and the choices she makes are right for her. I hope this will be the key to her happiness and that is all that I really want. After all she is my Wiggle and she is perfect the way she is.....