Hit-the-Child

Invented games proved better than monopoly, tag, or marco polo in every way. Cousin Sean initiated the first games of “Hit-the-Child” as he hurled a rubber ball at us girls, assuring us the bedsheet over our heads would protect us. It was Libby who found glory in the game, her feats of bravery making her our hero, “the dare-devil”. This extended beyond the game, into everyday life. She would run up the tree which grew at a 45 degree angle, we would gasp in awe. To this day, I still feel a certain reverence towards my oldest sister, “the dare-devil”.