my daughter the entreprenuer

This weekend was Penn State’s graduation.  One of our neighbors was hosting a grad party, which meant that there were lots of cars parked along our street.  Meanwhile, the Sublett family was busy working in the yard.  We trimmed and clipped and raked and lopped and mulched and pulled weeds until our backs were sore and it was time for supper.

*note to self: next time you prune the holly bushes, wear gloves.  Your hands will thank you later.

As Annabelle and I went on a mulch-run, we passed the grad party.  I got to explain that they were celebrating someone who had finished school, which led into a chat about how college follows high school.  It’s pretty interesting to watch her absorbing all this new information.

When we got back, the girls were playing over at the neighbors’ house.  They were supposed to take Kimmy’s dog for a walk, so Annabelle went over to find them.  She returned a few minutes later, and was soon followed by a very-wet Lilly.

Me:  What are you doing, and why are you wet?

Lil:  We’re having a carwash.

Me:  Um, ok?

Lilly’s raising money for our upcoming trip to the Dominican Republic.  She saw all the cars on the street, and an idea popped into her head.  A few minutes later, she had convinced the other girls to join her in the plan.  They made a sign advertising a Free Car Wash, walked by the party, and were soon in business.

The party-goers couldn’t resist!  The girls washed 4 cars (including a Mercedes and a new Mustang!), made about 14 bucks a-piece, and Lilly got to tell them why she was raising money.  Her sisters are even going to kick in some of their earnings to support Lil’s trip.

What a great way to spend a sunny Saturday!  They got to play in some water, wash some cars, raise some funds for a great cause, and in the process, they created some great memories.  I love the fact that Lilly showed some creativity and initiative.

If you’d like to contribute to the Lilly/Daddy’s trip to the orphanage in the Dominican Republic, shoot me a note.  Lilly might even be willing to come over and wash your car!