how to talk to little girls

i just read this post by joanna goddard over at cup of jo about how to talk to little girls.  she refers to an article she read How to Talk to Little Girls by Lisa Bloom, where Bloom recommends that you talk to little girls not about their looks (their cute bow, pretty dress, or adorable hair) and instead talk to them about substantial ideas and books.  this immediately made sense in the fact that i am always quick to compliment a girl on whats on the outside, not on the inside. and it also made me realize that i would never go to a boy and be like wow i like your striped tie.  well if i did, he would probably be disinterested fast.  instead i would ask about a toy or a game and try to engage him through something he would find interesting as well.   it was pretty thought-provoking and interesting how such a minute conversation can really shape a girl's perception.

i recommend that you check out both joanna's blog post here and lisa bloom's article here...they are worth the read.  and now i can't wait to see a little girl i can try this on.