I mean, I figured that I would get a bit teary eyed, but the waterfall that came wasn't exactly what I expected.
When he started getting ready this morning he said, "I've been waiting for this moment!" I was excited with him then. He could not wait to get out the door.
When we started walking up to the school, his steps got slower and slower. As he sat in his classroom and took everything in, I could see the overwhelmed look in his eyes. I asked him if he was nervous. He shook his head up and down, not trusting his voice. I told him that the first day was the hardest, but that he would be so excited to come back. His voice quivered as he asked, "Will it be easier tomorrow?" My voice quivered as I promised him it would be.
Oh this is hard. But I'm so excited for him at the same time.
God, watch over and protect Isaac today. Give him sweet friends and a love for school. And help me to trust you, his Creator.
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Ahh...the first day of school!! He will have fun and find his groove, it's just harder the first day! :)
Well, no wonder the tears--just knowing he had that little quiver to his voice--the lump in his throat--kind of made me teary--seriously. And lately, I am embracing this crying thing--which is NEW to me! I am looking forward to an update once you pick him up from school today!!
I'm praying his first day was BLESSEd and that he can't wait to go tomorrow. Hang in there!!
Tears are rolling over here. Maybe because I am praying that exact same prayer for my boy. I so wish they were doing it together. It sure would calm my nerves :-)
This brought me tears. Proud of you Mom!
I've wanted to call you all day.
I said a prayer for Isaac at 8:00, 12:00, and 2:00 today.
I've been wanting to call you all day. Isaac was in my prayers at 8:00, 12:00, and 2:00 today.
Sarah- He had a great day and can't wait to go back tomorrow. :)
Marcy- Me, too. Well. Hmmm. I've always embraced it. Welcome to the other side. Sometimes you get embarrassed, but for the most part it is very healing.
Mom- It was good! Now for the next kid.
Jana- That would be super helpful. I don't know any of the parents or kids in his class (or really in the school for that matter) so it made it quite difficult to just leave him there. Should we move to TN or do you want to move here?? ;)
Kedra- Thanks. I'm prouder of you.
Jean- Thank you so much. You are a good Nana. And a good mother-in-law.
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