So, the girls did it! They went back to school and I even saw some smiles at lunch. There was apprehension and some nervousness at the thought of walking back into the courtyard full of kids. Julia was nervous of stares and questions regarding a baby and her bone marrow transplant. The night before she shared her fears of not knowing how to answer the many questions. Annie was unsure if her previous friends would want to play with her or if they had found new friends. What an answer to prayer that Julia made it throught the gates into her class and Annie was grabbed by her close friend, Maiena, to join the other girls and exchange stretchy bands!
Most of all, I felt finally at home dropping our girls off at school and chatting with other moms.
It's been amazing being back. I do have the blues several times a day, but I also have highs and sense the love of this community. I'm not the only one who sacrificed and gave my all. I am so happy to be back in Azereix, in France, among friends, among generous people!
Vivre la Rentree!
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