Advantages.

There are advantages to living in a smaller community.

EVERYONE knows Mallory.

We cannot go for a walk, attend a community event, or shop without somebody saying "hi", giving a hi-5, or a great big bear-hug.  The kids that Mallory is growing up with, have really been gracious and accomodating.  They understand her.  They may not get the whole Smith-Magenis Syndrome thing, but they get the fact that Mallory is still a kid.  It just melts my heart to see this.  It makes me happy to be in our small little town and not lost in the shuffle. 

Mallory's Tattoo

During the fair, there was a vendor that was doing Henna tattoos. 

Mallory wanted one very badly. 

Since the tattoos only last 2-3 weeks, I let her get one. 

She picked out the design and then wanted her name as well.

She was very excited but held very still while the artist finished her work.

Mallory loved her tattoo.  She showed it to everyone she knew. 

This will probably become a routine fair activity for her.