I may be repeating myself with this story but.....
4th grade is a big deal to me. It is the first year that I really
remember as a kid. It was a huge transition year for me.
I started public school after being in a private, Lutheran school.
I moved to a new town, new neighborhood, new friends, new life.
It was really the beginning of everything for me.
And, I loved it! I loved those middle school years.
I was happy, making friends, and gliding through life well.
I was also growing up. I was 'leaving the nest' a bit.
I was struggling with identity and life changes.
It was the beginning of everything for me.
So, needless to say, having my firstborn in 4th grade is a big deal!
So far, so good.
She is happy. She is doing well. She is a good friend.
She is active. She is involved. She is happy.
And, most important, she rocks at Four-Square!
Here are a couple of Claire's most recent adventures in 4th grade ~
Class field trip to the Art Center and Sculpture Park.
Blessed to be there, cursed to be freezing my tail off!
Huddle up for warmth kids!
Claire and her good friend. I am very happy with her "fab friends"!
Claire is a good friend and is able to maintain friendships with
the girls at school, but also our close family friends and
swim team friends. She's lucky to be surrounded by good people ~
Claire and her friend Katie tried out the
Show Choir Camp for 4th -5th graders.
It melted our hearts, and gave us a giggle, to watch
them perform on stage.
I said a little prayer that our girls always hangout
with the "show choir geeks"!!
Best rendition of Thriller I've ever seen.
The 'dead faced' zombie was perfect for Claire's stage presence ~
I know that I can not guarantee Claire's success in school
or life. I know that I can not shelter her from mean girls,
stupid boys, or tough times.
I do know that I can pray for God to watch over her and
give her peace, strength and faith.
I do know that I can be present in her life, active in her school,
involved in her extra-curricular activities.
I do know that I can continue to stay close to the
loving village, the family and friends that are so close to us,
as we parent and pray together for our children.
Love you Claire Bear!
