One of our strong little beings is standing up against cancer, fighting the good fight. She's been brave, and we are proud of her. We also can't wait to see her again, and have her among us again. We miss her. The kids ask about her, and one reported dreaming about her. To show our love and support, we assisted the kids in making a quilt for her. We were able to decorate the hand prints and sew it together as a group (yes, with the kids helping to sew it with the machine) in time for her third birthday.
Earlier, when she was spending her days in the hospital, we made a card that included hand prints, too. I like to use the hand prints, because it is a representation of the kids and teachers that can be seen by their varying size and shape. I also like it because it is easy to pretend that those hands are there with her, hugging her, rubbing her back, holding her hand, playing guitar, and whatever else a friendly hand might do.
Stay strong, little friend. We love you and miss you.
She has requested to come back. I am waiting for those counts to jump back up so we can have a bit of fun with our old friends. We will be back before you know it! Katie - please let me know if you are interested in having UofM talk with the group. I think it is a wonderful learning opportunity for them.
ReplyDeleteOh it will be wonderful to have Isla back in the group! And I think it would be wonderful for Lila to learn from the UM people. If they do come, and/or if anyone else talks to the group about Isla or cancer or whatever, I'd love to know what's said, in general terms, so that if Lila talks about it at home, we'll have an idea what she's heard at school.
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