At the conclusion of John’s kindergarten year, I purchased a copy of Oh, the Places You’ll Go! and had his sweet teacher write him a little note. The tradition continued through the years, and I even started Whit’s book in pre-school. I collected so many memories from those precious years!
When John reached middle school and had seven teachers I started asking only his two favorites. And then, when the boys were virtual for the end of their 5th and 8th grade years, I asked the favorite teachers if they would email something for the books. These requests were always met with such eagerness and happiness. Some asked to mail hand written cards and others emailed me a note to print. I glued these in their books with the rest.
After this idea fizzled out with teachers not responding a few years ago, I reimagined the book yet again! I thought about writing in it myself, but then decided that a picture is worth a thousand words. And a picture with words must be worth that ten fold :-) I dug up all of their last day of school “chalkboard” pictures, printed each and every one, and glued them in the books.
This year I added eighth and eleventh.
I love how this collection of memories, sentiments and photos has unfolded.
I cannot even believe I will be giving this book to John this time next year. Time flies, friends. Hold on to your little ones. <3
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