Have you ever had the opportunity to join a first grade elementary class, during it's Valentine's Day festivities? I have. I could not stop smiling as I witnessed that day what makes the world go round L-O-V-E. Hearts were swimming as each child pulled out a new card from his or her Valentine bag. Each treasure had his/her name attached with a surprise...A wonderful surprise letting them know that they were special. Letting them know that they were cool, super, awesome and most of all loved. Loved by the kids they see and interact with everyday. Loved by their friends. The most rewarding part of listening to the excitement and overwhelming joy the children felt, was the gratitude spilling from their lips. I sat an observed one little boy open one Valentine at a time and after opening each one he would gleefully run to each of his classroom friends and thank them whole heartily. Sincere gratitude. It was a beautiful day of paper candy kisses and hugs. My heart swam. What else could a mother ask for on her birthday?
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| Cookie Station with Mom & Maille |
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| Can you see her heart swimming? |
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| Ethan made an awesome Poke-Man Vday can, all by himself! |
1 comment:
So sweet. This is a holiday I always loved at school as a kid and miss not having here. I did have a fun time making heart flower bouquets with the girls (a super cute and easy idea from your wonderful Sis) and watching them deliver them to our neighbors.
What better day could there be for you to be born on? Thanks for your love, kindness, and friendship!
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