The end of the school year was sweet for a lot of reasons.
All year, since both of the big kids have been in school, I've been telling Mike that if he took time off during the week, we could have some time together sans kids- which would be nice for both of us. Well, he finally did that the second half of the last week of school. I love me some Mike but let's be honest, it was also to get some of my list done to be ready for summer. Who are we kidding?! Life is so ongoing, we are never ready, and things never stay as you put them. But it was nice to have the time with him & get some stuff done. We spent the afternoon of his second day off (next to the last day of school & the final "full" day of school) at the kids' school for their end of the year parties. If he hadn't been off, he wouldn't have been able to come. So it was really great to have him there & be present for life at their school. It was a sweet year & I regularly feel overwhelmed that people pour into my kids and are there to teach them day after day.
If I haven't said it here, I have said it in real life 1000s of times.
Lily's teacher was outstanding in every way.
We were beyond grateful.
Peter also had a good year. I think that my expectations for Peter's teachers will always be high. Because I want them to see where Peter needs extra help, love him because he is an awesome kid, and know how to challenge/encourage him in just the right ways. I can't even do that!! His teacher really did build Peter up so well! I am grateful.
And at the end of the day, as I prayed about Peter, brought my thoughts/concerns to God, the Spirit reminded that our Father sees Peter, He knows him, He made him and there is purpose. I am thankful that my God is so personal, for me and for Peter.
There is always more to discover & learn and I am thankful that our Shepherd leads us.
I am thankful for this boy and all the ways he blesses us.
And the final morning!!
I like them.
--- the littlest crew member and cheerleader of his sissy & bubba ---
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