The First Kiss

The other day I went to pick up Joseph from school. He was very quiet, so I figured he got in trouble at school for something. I asked him what was wrong, and he wouldn't answer. Finally, he looked at me, then patted my hand and said, "I don't want you to be mad, Mom." I said, "I'm not mad; just what happened." Then he said very sheepishly, "A girl kissed me." He then told me she told him to close his eyes and then she kissed him on the cheek. I guess I've taught him something, because I've told him that he only needs kisses from me or family. At least something sunk in. His oldest brother told him he has to watch out for those girls. They are pushy! But, still it was so innocent and very cute.