Today was Grace's first day of Kindergarten!
We were both really nervous about this. Grace was not excited to go to school and she was REALLY not excited to ride the bus. This was hard for me to understand because I thought all kids were excited to go to school and especially to ride the bus, but Grace gets very scared to go anywhere alone. Even when she goes outside to play she reminds me to check on her often.
I knew she wasn't excited to go and I dreaded making her do it, but I knew if she got to school the first day and had a good time, then she would do fine after that. Sam gave Grace a blessing last night and I prayed all night long that she could be brave and that she would have a good time.
When she woke up this morning I got her ready for school and told her exactly how she would get to school and get home after. She seemed to be ok, until we actually got outside and the bus pulled up. Then she lost it. I had to carry her onto the bus and peel her off of me then run off the bus as fast as I could. The driver wouldn't let her back down the stairs and she was forced to go back to her seat and sit down. I had tears in my eyes and I watched her drive away crying. It was honestly one of the hardest things I have ever done.
I was sick to my stomach all day wondering how she was doing. I knew so much rested on how she did today. If she had a good time it would be easy sailing from here on out. If she had a bad day and was scared at all...we might have to look into homeschooling!
I was so thrilled to see her get off the bus with a smile on her face!
David, Lilly(who had to be in the picture!) Grace, and Jaymen
Lilly missed Grace so much! She asked me all day long where Grace was. One time she asked me if Grace was with Jesus. I said, "I sure hope not!" ...I think that might have confused Lilly a little bit, but it kind of freaked me out!
Look how happy she is!!! It thrilled me to pieces!
And of course Grace is always ready for a photo shoot!
Strike a pose!
or four!
I love this girl. After we got inside she called both of her grandmas who were also worried about her today and told them all about what a great day she had. Then she told me ALL about it to! I am happy for her and proud of her. It will be a great year for her.
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I was worried about her and praying too. It was so great to hear the happiness in her voice when she called. Thankful for smart teacher who made the first day so fun and exciting with Pete the Cat. At least I think that is what she said.
Oh Alisha, I can't imagine the heartache you must have felt. I had a pit in my stomach just reading this. I don't think I could have done it. Especially when she was crying on the school bus. That would have done me in! But you both did! I am so proud of Grace for being so brave! Way to go, mama! I hope tomorrow goes better!
I'm surprised you didn't jump in the car and follow the bus! Poor thing. And the Jesus comments cracked me up! I would've freaked out too! haha
How did day two go? :)
She has ridden the bus 3 times now, and every day she cries about getting one (but the first day was the worst) and then she comes home super happy and tells me all about the new friend she made and that she won't be scared to go again....she's all talk!
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