I found this story in Nicholas’s school bag the other
day. It brought instant tears (happy
tears). To be honest, I didn’t think he
noticed! ;)
For those who have difficulty reading Nicholas's writing, punctuation, and spelling, here is the intent of the note:
One day our class went to the Thanksgiving Feast. It was the best feast ever. My mom was there. I spent most of the time with her and I love my mom. My mom loves me.
For those who have difficulty reading Nicholas's writing, punctuation, and spelling, here is the intent of the note:
One day our class went to the Thanksgiving Feast. It was the best feast ever. My mom was there. I spent most of the time with her and I love my mom. My mom loves me.
You see, over the course of the last year, I have been
volunteering at Nicholas’s school. Yes,
I have taken on the school yearbook (yikes!).
Yes, I am in the PTA. For this
reason, I find myself on the campus quite often. I never thought I would be one
of “those” moms.
In previous years, the
PTA was that acronym that collected money at the beginning of the year. That was all. Now I know better.
After spending quite a bit of time getting to know “those” moms, and
learning about what they do, I have a new respect for that acronym!
“Those” moms are some of the most valuable assets a school
can acquire. “Those” moms work long
hours (even late into the night), volunteering (that means without pay!) for
various activities that benefit the school and its staff and children.
Their kindnesses, which I am sure stem from their desire to
do great things for their children, extend throughout the community. Teachers, staff, students, families, and
visitors all benefit from some form of PTA contribution.
If you know one of these moms at your child’s school, thank
them for all that they do for your children.
If you don’t know one, get to know one!
They could be your connection to your child during the course of the
school day. They will definitely keep
you in the loop!
And, if you have a chance to become one of “those” moms, do
it! I speak from experience when I tell you;
you will be doing an amazing kindness to your community, your children, and
yourself!
Thanksgiving Feast Volunteers
3 comments:
Your post just brought big tears to my eyes. Every word was perfect and you couldn't have said it any better. We are so blessed at our school to have so many of "those" moms that love being involved for all the right reasons. Our children will follow the examples we set forth for them and there is no better way to show them then by volunteering at their school. Thank you for reminding me of how lucky we are. And thank you for taking on such a big task this year. If you hadn't our paths still may not have crossed! We couldn't have picked a more talented, compassionate, and amazing person other than yourself. I hope you know that. :-) XOXO
Your post just brought big tears to my eyes. Every word was perfect and you couldn't have said it any better. We are so blessed at our school to have so many of "those" moms that love being involved for all the right reasons. Our children will follow the examples we set forth for them and there is no better way to show them then by volunteering at their school. Thank you for reminding me of how lucky we are. And thank you for taking on such a big task this year. If you hadn't our paths still may not have crossed! We couldn't have picked a more talented, compassionate, and amazing person other than yourself. I hope you know that. :-) XOXO
Even if you don't have the time to be a PTA Mom, volunteer for something at the school. You don't even have to have a child in school to make a difference. And as Hayley suggested, volunteering at the school is good for everyone, including yourself.
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