So today I had the opportunity to take Clara to the Zoo-just the two of us. We shared the exhibits with lots of kids from Elementary schools traveling with their chaperons and I couldn't help but think "this is the last year Elena will be in Elementary school." I will no longer be with her on her school trips with all of her friends who are so young and sweet and who still have to listen to what you ask them to do. ;) Sure, I will still have the opportunity to go with her on field trips, assuming she still wants me to but it's just going to be a lot different.
So, when we came home and Clara went down for a nap, I began to think and cry and pray.. "Lord, thank you for these last 3 years I have had to watch Elena grow up. I know I have made many mistakes and for that, I just ask that your grace which covers a multitude of sins will wash over what we have said or done that is not in agreement with your plan and love for Elena. Thank you for giving her such a sweet, tender heart, and for making her so spirited. She is going to do great things for your kingdom, help us to lead her in that direction. Please continue to use her to love on kids who don't know you and who need good friends too. Help her to be the best Elena she could be by reaching out to you in everything she does. Thank you for my friends who have helped Jason and I over the last 3 years with raising this little lady. I pray that you bless them ten-fold for what they have done. I pray that Elena seeks Godly friendships in her new school and is always in search of ways to make her more like you and to challenge her as well."
We love you, Elena-so very much. You are a blessing to our lives and constantly keep us on our toes. Congratulations on such a successful Elementary school career!
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