There's just something about parent teacher conferences that make me so gosh darn emotional. Do you ever feel like you're about to burst into tears when talking to your children's teachers? I do for some reason, but it's not a negative cry. I'm just so proud of them, which is also combined with the feeling of "Holy crap! My kids are growing up way too fast!"
This week we had three amazing parent teacher conferences for three incredible kiddos that I'm blessed to call mine. It just goes to show the difference it makes to feel supported by school staff and teachers. We haven't always felt that way, especially with our son who has had his share of struggles over the past few years. It made my heart explode to finally have a teacher say how much she appreciates him and how much progress he's made.
In regards to the twins, their teachers have always been phenomenal, but this year is a little different. Instead of seeing them as a set of twins, they are seeing them as individuals. This year, the girls don't rely on each other as much. The girls are discovering who they are and it shows. Even just comparing their handwriting, drawings and even choice of colors on their school work says a lot about how different they are.
As I sat there listening to them talk about the girls and how much progress they've made, I literally had to choke back tears. I didn't want to be the crier, but it not only warmed my heart to hear how much they've grown, but it also dawned on me in that moment, that they will soon be in kindergarten and before we know it, the tiny stage will be behind us. Forever.
The girls' teachers also asked about my job as well as work/family balance, which caught me a little off guard but was much appreciated. I got to share how rewarding my job is and also how it impacts my ability to be a better mom when I'm not at work. I feel incredibly blessed to have that and blessed to be in the presence of school staff that cares.
I don't want to get too comfortable or get my hopes up too high as it's only the first half of the year, but so far my phone hasn't rang with a negative phone call from the school or with our son in the principal's office. I can see a massive difference in his overall demeanor and motivation this year and I credit his two teachers this year. He used to come home defeated and drained. Now we celebrate his good behavior charts!
What a great way to head into the holiday season! This momma is just so proud. Here's to continuing to encourage our kids and celebrate the successes, big or small.
This week we had three amazing parent teacher conferences for three incredible kiddos that I'm blessed to call mine. It just goes to show the difference it makes to feel supported by school staff and teachers. We haven't always felt that way, especially with our son who has had his share of struggles over the past few years. It made my heart explode to finally have a teacher say how much she appreciates him and how much progress he's made.
In regards to the twins, their teachers have always been phenomenal, but this year is a little different. Instead of seeing them as a set of twins, they are seeing them as individuals. This year, the girls don't rely on each other as much. The girls are discovering who they are and it shows. Even just comparing their handwriting, drawings and even choice of colors on their school work says a lot about how different they are.
As I sat there listening to them talk about the girls and how much progress they've made, I literally had to choke back tears. I didn't want to be the crier, but it not only warmed my heart to hear how much they've grown, but it also dawned on me in that moment, that they will soon be in kindergarten and before we know it, the tiny stage will be behind us. Forever.
The girls' teachers also asked about my job as well as work/family balance, which caught me a little off guard but was much appreciated. I got to share how rewarding my job is and also how it impacts my ability to be a better mom when I'm not at work. I feel incredibly blessed to have that and blessed to be in the presence of school staff that cares.
I don't want to get too comfortable or get my hopes up too high as it's only the first half of the year, but so far my phone hasn't rang with a negative phone call from the school or with our son in the principal's office. I can see a massive difference in his overall demeanor and motivation this year and I credit his two teachers this year. He used to come home defeated and drained. Now we celebrate his good behavior charts!
What a great way to head into the holiday season! This momma is just so proud. Here's to continuing to encourage our kids and celebrate the successes, big or small.
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