Mazy’s First Day of Kindergarten

August 25, 2020

This girl couldn’t have been more ready to start school! She was so excited to see her teacher again, meet new friends, see an old friends, and just be at school. She loves learning (when it’s not from me, of course :)). She was counting down the days and more than ever, we couldn’t be more thankful to be IN school. And we will try to never take it for granted, knowing that it could change in a heartbeat.

Sweet girl, keep your simple faith. Keep loving others and God with your big heart. May your compassion shine and may that smile brighten those around you.

It was also my first day back at school, helping in the extended care program and really just helping where needed!

Her smile says it all:

And I realized I needed to capture this monumental moment of needing to wear masks to school! Thanks to ZCS for providing the kiddos with ZCS buffs:

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