Well, school has begun again and Leah is so excited to be a first grader! Here she is on her first day of school! She shared with me (the night before) that she didn't feel ready for first grade and that she had "big butterflies in her tummy." I was able to lay with her and discuss all of the things she CAN do, and all of the things she is excited for in the coming year. I loved having the opportunity to pray for her.. with her... for a wonderful year. The next morning she bounced in, admittedly still a bit nervous. I saw her a few times throughout the first day... in the hall, cafeteria, playground. Each time I saw her, she was smiling a bit bigger! By the end of the day she reported that she really IS ready for first grade. When I asked what it was that made her so sure... she replied, "Well, it's pretty much just like kindergarten... and I know all about that!" :)
She is enjoying her friends, loves her teacher, and is excited to be reading and writing!!! We are so proud of her and pray that her year is one filled with confidence, growth, laughter, and a love of learning!
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