Yesterday was the last day of school. It was bitter sweet. I am now on vacation for a good long while, but will miss my students next year. They were truly a great group of kids. I was blessed to have several for two years...advantages of looping! I was also blessed with wonderful parents. I received several kind notes/cards yesterday. Make no mistake, the kindest words mean the most to us teachers. One student took the time write thank you and draw several pictures on her card...she is an aspiring artist. Another student handed me a gift bag and prompted me to read the card right away. He wrote a little note inside. He wrote that he will miss me as his 'thecher'. His mom expressed how grateful she was that I was a part of her and her son's life. Another parent wrote that I was a wonderful friend and teacher. A third parent said that my enthusiasm was contagious. These are cards that I will keep as well as cherish. How lucky I was to have such wonderful, supportive, and appreciative parents in my life this year. I know this one was a little sappy, but I was touched.