This year, we allowed the Mini-Yin to direct a portion of the family’s charitable donations. He chose Austin Pets Alive!, Doctors Without Borders, and Adblock Plus. That last one is somewhat dubious, but the Mini-Yin insists that they block a lot of ads on his Chromebook. He wanted to reward them for their efforts.

For at least a few minutes today, the Mini-Yin thought of other people (and animals) and their welfare. That’s heartwarming and a parenting win. He earns a pass for a future transgression.