Trayjan's 1st day of First Grade

Well, this amazing little guy was so very brave and ready to take on the world this morning for his 1st day of First Grade. Quite a different little boy then last night as he was fighting his sleep because of nerves. He is growing up so quickly and I know although Daddy was so very proud he wanted nothing to do with any of us walking him into school (including mommy which should never happen), he broke my heart. I was miserable for a bit this morning missing him and feeling like the picture I had made in my head of how this day would go was just crumbled because of his wonderful confidence and independence.

I love this precious child so much. If only he knew my heart is not quite ready for what he realizes he is ready for. If only he knew he takes my heart with him each time he leaves me. Although my tears were shed, I couldn't be more proud of who he has become. He may have fears and hesitance but he knows he is strong enough to get through anything. He knows that he has been raised to take on situations that may not always seem so great in the beginning, but through his confidence and trust in our words, he will pull through everytime. I know that he prays when he is feeling scared or anxious. I know and trust that he knows God is there to get him through it. Thank you Lord for being with him (and his little sister who put pretend cake and ice cream at his bedroom door so when he got home he could have some). Thank you for giving these precious children the confidence to get through their fears.