She's gone...

I am still trying to process and get used to the fact that Pilar went home. Many of my friends ask me why I put myself through this yearly. The truth is, I enjoy being a Mom. I enjoy having kids in the house. I like getting to talk with my son or daughter when they get home from school. I like to take them where they need to go and watch ballgames and concerts. I love doing the things - the everyday "nothing to write home about" things with the student and seeing the reaction of newness. How it feels when they express what a life changing great year they have had. Seeing and experiencing the appreciation and seeing their maturity growth in a year's time. Yes, it is sad. It is hard. But it is worth it to me. I love that I have kids all over the world who love me and are exited to tell me about their lives. Will I do it again! absolutely! Am I sad today? Absolutely. I look forward to next fall!