today, I received a box with lots of ribbons,

inside were lots and lots of beautiful and creative cards for Ms. K and “Mr. Vladimir.”

the after school program at my school organized kids to make really touching cards. What they didn’t know is that today, I really needed those cards.

My dad had a good day, thank goodness, but I was hurting. Seeing those cards gave me hope. And joy. They were really well done and from the heart. And so, they encouraged mine.

one of my students was texting me this morning, when was I coming back to school. I wish I could come back. Teaching gives me so much joy. At my school, I can be myself. But at the rehab hospital, I am present and I am trying to be there for my dad, but I am this sad person inside who wishes we could go back in time.

But we can’t. We have to move forward. Together. Be brave in what God is calling us to do now. And the cards could not have come at a better time! Thank you!!!!!