Dear Simon

This is a picture of Simon with his diploma. He said his whole memory verse. Way to go!

I wrote this in Simon's journal this morning.

-Dear Simon-

Something happened yesterday that has never happened before.

You drew a picture for your teacher: Laura Zondervan.

This may not seem like a big deal to you, but to me it is huge. You've been going to school since you were three. You haven't really enjoyed it. You've asked if you can stay home. You loved it when it wasn't your day to go.

This year in kindergarten, you've had to go every day. You've used words like "O.K.", "Not bad", "fine", and "good" when describing your day. Over the past few weeks, you've been more positive about school. Yeah! You've been smiling on your way to school. You've been enjoying Mandarin classes. You are a kid who loves to give to people you love and now. . . your maestra (teacher) has a picture from you. I'm so happy and grateful and excited. I hope it continues.

Love,

Mom