We sat in the sanctuary and listened to the pastor welcome us into the church and community as our little ones all begin this new journey together...SCHOOL.
Isaac. Me. Levi. And Mimi.
Mimi has become a regular now with us most places we go. It's rather cute. She and Levi share a special bond and they've formed a great relationship these past several years as she has been his caretaker part-time practically since he has been born.
After the pastor's words we went to meet Ms. Gina, his teacher. Gina is a fairly young teacher with bright eyes and a really sweet spirit. She was very welcoming and loved on all the kids.
Each student had their name taped to their own desk area, where I assume will be there place to draw and color and make crafts, and learn throughout the year.
I was excited for him, and joyous for the experience. It was the start of a new chapter, a new venture, and a place that Levi has been looking forward to for weeks since he's known about it.
Instantly, he fell in love with Ms. Gina.
She led them in a short craft, gave us some paperwork, and said "See you Monday!"
He gave Ms. Gina a big, long, hug (he has become a bit of a snuggle bug lately), and we were off.
While I loved this experience and seeing Levi mesmerized by it all and excited and ready to go, I couldn't help but come home and be sad about all we've ever known the past three years.
They've been good years. GREAT years.
From the first time I held him in my arms after giving birth to his first bath, roll, crawl, word, and step it has been an amazing journey. Tiring and trying at times, yes, but wonderful nonetheless.
We have had three good years, the three of us. Laughing, crying, giggling. Going on adventures together like the Outer Banks and Sesame Place, spending the night at Keek's, going to the Farmer's Market and Yardsales, and even to his three favorite parks. Oh, and don't forget the MALL.
The Mall is my little man's top priority most days. :) (Right up there with the bookstore).
I love these past three years. Absolutely love them. And though we enter a new chapter, we will make many more memories with each other, with new friends, and with new adventures.
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