Layla started 1st grade today. She was extremely nervous and teary but she bravely left my side and followed her class line into school this morning. I was so proud of her. She is such a sensitive little girl.
I tried not to let my own nerves and emotions show as I helped her get ready this morning but I don't think I hid it well. A lot of mixed emotions for me: when did she get this old? why don't I feel ready for this? did I raise her right? does she know that I love her? will she choose the right? will she be a kind friend? will she be surrounded by friends? will she be a loner? will she enjoy school?
I am not ready for her to go through the "hard knocks" of life - even on an elementary school level. I know we all had to experience both the happy and the heartbreaking moments of school but I still want to protect her.
I know she will love school. Layla is bright and sweet and kind and sensitive. I know she will be a friend to all and those who are smart will love her right back. I hope she loves every minute of 1st grade.
1 comment:
She will do fabulously! You & Caton have taught her well and she is a good girl. She will rise to the occasion! Just wait until you have two going all day to school! That really throws you for a loop! I still can't handle it! I am such a whimp!
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