That was my first question... What is she buttering us up for? However, I can usually tell if that's the case as those bouts are short lived and soon become obvious. Don't get me wrong, she's still a typical teen, but I've noticed a change since she started her period last year. More aware of her appearance and how others view her actions, wanting things to be neat and tidy and striving to do well in school.
She has also, all on her own, decided to ditch some friends who were not good influences. WOOT! Our gentle coaxing has worked. We knew it would be best if SHE made this realization on her own. YAY!!