In just a few weeks it will be Spring Break and it could not come soon enough in some of the classes! Every year, we begin to see the signs of "senior-itis" setting in especially with our older kiddos. You know them.....they are the ones who just instinctively know they are ready to move on to the "next big thing" (aka Kindergarten)! And trust us....at times they certainly act like they don't need to be "here" anymore!  But we are patient and ask that you, too, be patient with these emerging butterflies who are ready to spread their wings. Their transformation can be trying as they try to reconcile being big while they really are still little.  While we try to contain their enthusiasm, we will continue to enjoy them.  Gently reminding them we still have a few weeks of school!! 

And be patient with us, too, as we do the gentle reminding! You may think we are being too hard on them, I did just remind you they are still little after all, but understand that this place, while here in preschool, is the very best place for a child to "kick their heels", "sow their oats" and every other cliché!  Let them press every boundary! You want them to do so in an environment that is loving and forgiving and teaching and guiding, always. There is always a purpose to redirection as it helps a child understand what is expected of them and to then learn to follow through. Every day starts new and every new day is a chance to grow. 

Let us all cherish this time. It will go as quickly as they wish, and too quickly for us as we would rather hold on to them a bit longer! 

Weekly Prayer.... Jesus, remind me to slow down and take advantage of every opportunity to be with family and friends. To remind me of their importance in my life and to whom I am blessed to spend time with.  Amen.