It sounds to me like you are doing a great job raising your daughter. I do not know if you are close to any large stores that stock ML's. But if you are take her shopping. Let her make some of the decisions. And I agree with her the SS is pretty. Try to get herthe best rifle you can afford. I am sure she will take care of it. And it is something that she will remember and cherish for the rest of herlife. My best friend has a daughter, and she is 1 1/2 years old. She is so cute. I have been saving up some money, because I am sure there is no way I will be able to tell her no. Tom.