Just had to say a little something today about my big girl who went off to the 1st grade this morning. A year ago, I was a mess! This was one of the hardest days I had faced as a mother. I had heard people say it never got easier. So this year I wondered how I would do when I dropped her off again. Well, I was surprised. I walked down that hall with Libby this morning and little butterflies came in my stomach just like last year. I thought "Oh no, here we go again." You see last year I ended up practically running out of that place before anyone saw the monsoon of tears fall down my face. But this time it was different. A calmness came over me and I knew that not only was she ready for 1st grade... God was there. HE is there with her right now. I have no control...even though I like to think I do, I don't. He is much more trustworthy than I am. She will be fine in HIS hands! Apparently, last year I wasn't so sure about that, but this year I am.
I have fallen in love with this passage over the past few years...and claim it today.
He/She who dwells in the shelter of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty. I will say of the LORD, "He is my refuge and my fortress, my God, in whom I trust." Psalm 91:1-2
O God...You are a mighty Fortress all around Libby as she walks those halls today! Thank you thank you thank you thank you!!!!!!!! I trust you!
This is Libby going to Kindergarten to the left and 1st grade to the right. Looks like a different kid!
she is growing up. sam told me the first day of school. the first time he went thru the doors. he wanted to ride the school bus, and did not want me to take him to school. fortunately that was not an option. when we moved to cortland, new york he was able to walk to school. i walked with him but is delegated to be behind him.. he was not afraid or worried.after all. he stated he had already graduated from high school. so he could do any thing
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