To say I'm a little sad is definitely an understatement. I'm already preparing myself that the tears will probably fall when I drop her off tomorrow morning.We went to her Open House on Tuesday night to see her classroom and meet her teacher. Lily was a bit shy as Mrs. Carter introduced herself to Lily, but quickly perked up when she saw the goody bag at her seat with a lollipop and play-doh at her seat. Open House was a bit chaotic, but I didn't know quite what to expect. We filled out all of the typical student paperwork, took a family picture for their class bulletin board, and were on our way back home. Mrs. Carter and Mrs. Bolen, Lily's teacher and para-pro both seem very nice and we certainly look forward to getting to know them a bit better as the school year starts!
Tonight, we starting getting things together for Lily's first day. She has changed her mind about 10 times as to taking her own lunch vs. eating school lunch. As of bedtime, she had decided on the school lunch of tacos, corn, and grapes, but that is bound to change again before we leave in the morning. We packed her butterfly bookbag with all the necessary school supplies and made treat baskets for her teachers. Her first day clothes have been decided on and breakfast plans have been made (her favorite, Cody J's). We're all set, just anxiously awaiting for 8am tomorrow!
I'm certainly praying a hedge of protection around Lily tonight! I know she will do great at Pre-K...and doesn't seem to have any of the fear/anxiousness that I do. I pray that her teachers will be Christ-like examples, who love on her and nuture her growth and learning, that she easily makes new friends, and that her innocent nature be protected.
Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving , present your request to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your mind in Christ Jesus. - Philippians 4:6-7
6 comments:
I can't believe she's going to prek either! Is it an all day program? That's what I taught before we moved out here! I really can't believe that school is starting already!! I hope she has a great time and I'll be looking forward to more updates!
Good luck, Lily! (And Vanessa!!)
Thanks girls! She did so good - despite being pretty shy and clingy at drop off! I definitely shed way many more tears than she did! But she wants to go back tomorrow, so that's a great sign!
I want to hear all about it!!!!!!
OMIGOODNESS, I can't believe how fast she's growing up! Seems like only yesterday, we heard the news you were expecting and then got the call that Lily had been born. I remember that time vividly. Congrats to Lily starting pre-K! What a wonderful milestone!
i love the little baskets you made...so cute :)
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