Ain’t that the truth. Besides picking up some tricks from people who play better than us, we can draw inspiration at discovering the bar is higher than we have set it.
What a gift you have helped give in the form of a solid musical foundation. Piano is as good as it gets when it comes to writing songs or transitioning to other instruments in case she decides to pursue it further. Otherwise, that basis for musical appreciation and connection will always be there.
I think it comes with age. Kids want to clear the bar - adults want to overcome it.
I am hoping that one day, she will write a song for me. Just tonight I asked if she would, and she is unsure. But, I will keep asking :)