Amelia was blessed with simply going back to school. I am so thankful that this was the situation for her. Other than Nazeret, I believe Amelia has experienced the most change by adding another child to the family. She started fifth grade today with teachers she already knows at the same school she has attended for years.
Nazeret still wins the prize for the biggest change. She started her first day of formal education ever this morning in first grade at the same school as Amelia. She has wonderful support from her teacher and other staff. I am thankful that she was so excited to go and didn't have any issue when I left the class room. As I walked out of the classroom door with her eyes on me, I placed the palm of my hand to my cheek. (We read The Kissing Hand last night and I was reminding her that she can feel my love with her anytime by placing the kiss I gave her in the palm of her hand to her cheek.) She raised her hand and placed it to her cheek with a BIG smile.
Michela had a BIG change this year too. She home schooled last semester, but decided to return to public school this year. Today, she started high school! My first born started HIGH SCHOOL!!! Where did the time go? She can't wait to finish school and head to Africa. We can't wait to see what God has planned for her life now and in the future.
After many tears of joy for how well the morning went and some time on my knees praising God for His miracles, I am enjoying some peace and quit (something I have not experienced for the last 3 months)! I'm going to bake some cookies and then go get my girls. I can't wait to hear all the chatter and giggles as they share their day.
Again, I am moved. Praying God's richest blessings over your girls as they head to school. Can't wait to hear more about Nazeret's experiences at school. Not only will she be learning, but so will all those who she comes in contact with.
ReplyDeleteAh, you made me shed tears. Love the Kissing Hand. What a special special day.
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