I have been so overwhelmed by the generosity of others in this last week. We do not deserve the amazing gifts that have been bestowed upon us and words cannot fully demonstrate how appreciative we are!
First, my students have been soooo thoughtful! I have gotten brownies, cards, notes, the cookie cake (see previous post) and an amazing email.
Yesterday, Brady's school had an assembly to show their gratitude for him and to give him a goodbye party of sorts (this is his first year teaching). Some of his students cried upon hearing that he was leaving. The school and some parents got together and bought Brady the new iPad as a going away present. We are so grateful because the ability to facetime or skype from the device while he is gone will mean SOOOOOOOOO much to us.
Yesterday, I also got an unexpected gift. 4 of my closest girlfriends who I met through my sorority at Austin College got together to hire a photographer to come take family pictures of us on our vacation to Great Wolf Lodge in a week. I was speechless. What an amazing gift! We will all cherish these pictures forever and especially as we deal with our year apart. Thank you, Holly, Roni, Shannon and Erika! You guys are the best! Even though we aren't nearby, I know you are here for me.
Again, words cannot capture my gratitude for all the kind words of encouragement I've received this week. While I'm scared for this year, I do not feel alone. I feel truly loved and supported. THANK YOU!
XOXO,
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