Super Heroines

It was Superhero Day this week at my nieces' elementary school.  They wanted to support the activity and went online to see what kind of costume to assemble.  A friend had suggested Black Widow was a modest choice, but the girls weren't familiar with her.  "Well, she might be a little more covered than some," their mother said doubtfully.

As they scanned photos, the oldest sister (the fifth-grader) shook her head over Wonder Woman. "If I were going to fight crime, I would certainly choose something more comfortable!"

The second sister (the third-grader) turned away in disgust after only a short time.  "Why do they have to make all these women be so sexy?" she wondered aloud.

Ultimately, the costume was completely original:  a big pair of glasses and a black turtleneck.  "If anyone asks, I am 'Peter Clarker's Daughter.'  My dad is better than Spiderman and Superman put together!" the oldest sister laughed.

When they arrived at school, the girls couldn't see any other costumes.  "Maybe everyone was too embarrassed," the kindergartener muttered.

Photo from sxc.hu.