Starting 7th Grade in Dothan

My daughter Shelby started school this week. Oh, how I don't know if I'm ready for these teenage years! I can't believe she is already in 7th grade. It just seems like she was born just yesterday. Of course, I have to be the parent and cut those apron strings a little more this year, but what a challenge that is. As a parent you always want to make it all better and beat up the one who says the wrong thing, and hover. I sometimes wish I could just hover as a "fly on the wall". I know she would like that better. But I am trying!!

Yesterday, I dropped her off for her first full day of school. No I didn't walk her to class, but I secretly wanted to (you know just help her get to her class). All the feelings came rushing in and tear filled my eyes as I drove off. I worked hard all day and left my office right at 3 o'clock so I would be there when she got out at 3:10. Of course, being the first day car line was running just a few minutes behind. I anticipated her jumping into the car feeling excited and overwhelmed all at the same time, but I was pleasantly surprised when she jumped in and was excited! Hooray! She loved her teachers and was excited about school. All my fears melted away as she told me about her day. I pray the whole year will be like the first day! I know that sounds like too much to ask, but I watched "Facing the Giants" last night and I believe "All things are possible with God".

I believe I'm up to the challenge of cutting the apron strings and giving her more responsibility. I think!

Michelle