Inner Beauty : Outer Beauty as Tomatoes : Tomatos

You know how when you have a kid and he's throwing up all over the place, he doesn't even have to tell you he's sick, you just know? Well, Dolce didn't have to say anything this afternoon--one glance at her, and I just knew:

Dolce, feeling F-A-T and sad.

She's been playing outside more and is still dieting (a bit harder during the holidays!), but since doctors recommend losing no more than 2 pounds per week it'll be a while before Dolce is satisfied with her body.

So I dressed her up in a new pink jacket--pink is her favorite color--as a little self-esteem boost.

Dolce, feeling prettier in pink!

Her jacket is still a bit snug, and when I saw her lick her lips, I knew she was picturing her F-A-T rolls :( So I took her across town for a playdate. Because one of the fundamental truths of life is. . .

THE QUICKEST WAY TO FEEL BETTER ABOUT YOURSELF IS TO STAND NEXT TO SOMEONE WHO IS FATTER AND NOT AS CUTE.

A confident Dolce, center-front and smiling and feeling skinny in comparison to fat and easily forgettable Pookie.

♥ Merry Christmas, Dolce!