Thank You

To my children's teachers -

Thank you so much for a wonderful year. We've had our ups and downs throughout - days where leaving mommy was a lot harder than anyone really wanted. Thank you for your patience on those days.

Days where leaving my babies was a lot harder than mommy expected. Your compassion and understanding were sources of comfort to me - you knew what I was feeling, and reassured me that you loved my little ones as much as I did (or almost, anyway!).

You laughed with me when my kids were so excited to be at school that they didn't even want to say goodbye -they wanted to just get right into playing and learning.

You celebrated with me when my daughter began to feel comfortable enough to try to practice her words and sentences with you. You celebrated as much as I did when she started saying 'Love You!' You were thrilled when she trusted you so much that she'd join in when story time came or tried to sing or came to you with her troubles (an owie, help with shoes or coat, help with problems with friends).

My children have learned so much about the world from you. Sharing and taking turns, that mommy comes back, that you are loved outside of their home and their family.

We appreciate everything you do and we can't wait to see you again after a relaxing and fun summer.

Thank you teachers, from the bottom of my heart, because those are the best words to explain my immense gratitude for a wonderful school year.