On being a big boy

Dear Jon,
Before you turned 3, we have not given you any nuts. You had some minor food allergies when you were 1, so we wanted to be safe than sorry, and we simply told you that you can eat nuts when you get to be a big boy. So right around the time you turned 3, you asked if you could try the spiced nuts that I was making for a party. I said, "Sure." You were a bit blown away and said, "I can have nuts? I am a big boy?" I nodded. "Can I have coffee, too? And drive the car?" you immediately inquired, as those were two other things we promised to you for when you grow up.

Don’t grow up too soon, my boy. I love you just the way you are.
Mom