When I arrived home this afternoon, I was greeted by my youngest, with a big hug, which I relish as hugs are getting rarer with each passing year.
I asked him what he was doing in his good shirt and jeans.
He said he just missed school and wanted to dress like he would if he was going to school. My little first grader takes his fashion cues and much of life’s instructions from John Wayne. Not only was he in his pearl snap shirt and cowboy boots, he had his belt, with the big buckle, on and had combed his hair, even using mousse.
‘Mom, will we get to go to school next week?’ he questions me.
‘No, Buddy. We are out until at least April 6.’ I don’t have the heart to break it to my boys that we are likely not going back this school year. Better to hold onto the hope.
‘Well, at least I can dress like I am going to school.’
‘You sure can, and your hair looks really nice. I bet Mrs. Robinett could use a smile today. Let’s send her a picture.’
We have to focus on the sunshine each day! In case you are running low, I will share mine with you. I hope his little grin brings a smile to you as well.
The Life Blend 
It sure does – thank you. One day at a time
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And that is my mantra with the boys as well. We strive to set goals each day – getting along, school work, chores, fun- and then reflect on how we did. If not so good today, what can we do to make tomorrow better? One day at a time.
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What a sweetie! That is adorable that he missed getting dressed for school. I never gave it a thought.
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And what a dapper young man. As a teacher, I would fall in love with that smile and that excitement to go back to school. Each time I get a note or Google Meets visit from one of my students, I feel special.
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I have to get it sent to his teacher. I think it will make her day.
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He is too cute! How sweet of him to dress up because he is missing school. 🙂 Thanks for sharing his picture….It brought a smile to my heart. 🙂 ~JudyK
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It was too sweet not to share.
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The friend took home school pictures f her kids today. This picture reminds me of those.
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Awww this is so adorable! The photo of his smile surely did make me smile. Thank you for sharing this slice and his beautiful smile. 🙂
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That boy!! He is the star of this blog these days! Way to bring the joy, little man!
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