Memories to Etch in My Brain...

For those of you who have had children, especially infants, you've probably at some point said to yourself, "Remember this, don't forget how this felt, how wonderful this moment is, how lucky you are." I remember doing that a lot when our children were infants and they would snuggle into my neck and I find myself saying this to myself at special moments... We had a special moment today, Morgan started Kindergarten! Leading up to this moment entailed a lot emotions, nerves and excitement. Sending your child off to "big kid" school is a big deal. Sending your child with potentially life threatening food allergies is not only a big deal but TERRIFYING! Throw in Morgan's fears of "what if I am the only one in my class with food allergies?" (She is the only one). "What if no one else has a peanut or nut free lunch and can't sit at my table with me?" (No worries there, I'll explain that in a minute). And then Ryan and my thoughts, "Does this school really GET IT?" "Will they jump into action if they need to?" I think and pray they do and we go on!


Morgan and her buddy from preschool, Petra. This little lady made my day, no check that, my school year. She informed her mom and dad that there would be absolutely no nuts or peanuts packed in her lunch and snack so she can sit at the peanut/nut free table with Morgan. What a thoughtful sweetheart! Thank you Petra!! And a minute after this picture was taken, Morgan told me it was time for me to leave and "to have a good day!" Thanks Morgan, I did, but missed you like crazy!!!

About ready to go! Proud and as excited as can be. Oh how I love this girl.

Please note the sparkly "sneakers" (as Morgan calls them). It was P.E. day so we had to wear the "right" shoes.

Okay, reality might be hitting. Looking a little nervous in this picture.

Another memory to not forget. Our little buddy, always at the front of the boat, as serious and stoic as ever. I think with this guy looking out for all of us, we'll be okay. (As an aside, he has had the most emotions about Morgan starting school. At our send off today, he was so proud and excited for her, but had a little tear in his eye.... And that's love!)