Grandparents Program

I have written previously about the miracles that have taken place with Jack since we moved to Cedar.  It isn't possible to accurately describe his transformation with words so I will simply say it is nothing less than miraculous.

Today was the Grandparents Program in Mrs. Whetman's second grade class.  I was also invited and it was very evident that Jack really wanted me to be there.  I am so happy that I went.  As soon as I walked into the room I heard Jack call out and then saw him run across the room and got a big bear hug from him.  It was great.  Grandpa was tied up in a meeting and wasn't able to be there but Grandma made it and Jack was so happy to have her there.

The class sang some pretty funny songs and they recited a few different things.  The entire program was pretty funny.  I know it is silly but I get a little emotional about certain things and watching this little boy up there performing with his class - doing things we simply didn't know if he would ever be able to do, that was wonderful.  Mrs. Coonan was there and we talked for a moment after the program.  We discussed where Jack was when we moved here and where he is now.  I think she gets pretty excited about his progress as well. 

It humbles me when I consider these blessings that have come into our lives.  Sitting back and recognizing that the Lord is in charge, he is at the helm and all we need to do is trust in him and press forward with all our hearts.  Well, I realize I am just rambling on here.  I just have a full heart and tremendous gratitude for these blessings.

Here is a picture of Jack in the program today.  He was awesome.  Huge smile on his face throughout it and just so much joy.  I loved it.  I think "Grandma" loved it as well.  As the program was coming to a close and the last song began to play he said "it's the last song".  There were a few laughs in the audience.  He served his Grandma some sprite and a cookie.  He also took her on a tour of the classroom and even took her to see the smile room where he eats lunch. 

Well Grandpa missed the program and we felt bad about that.  I think Grandma suggested that Jack sing one of the songs for Grandpa when we were back at The Little Brick House.  He knocked out a solo performance of Zippy Do Da.  It was great, complete with all of the hand motions. 

I am grateful for my children.  Each one is unique and each is so important to our family.  I am grateful for the blessings that we receive as a family each day.  I don't know that it is always easy to recognize the little daily blessings or to see that growth and progression.  Looking back over the last couple of years I see tremendous growth, tremendous blessings and again, it humbles me.