Time Flies!

We sat behind a sweet couple in church Sunday that we have know for a long time.  The husband taught David in Sunday School when he was a toddler - or should I say - held him in Sunday School while he cried!  He always talks to David and asks how he is doing.  This Sunday he asked David what grade he was in - and the look on his face was priceless when David said "5th grade".  He couldn't believe it, and then he looked at me for affirmation, like somehow it was impossible that the little boy who cried on his lap for 2 straight years is now in his last year of Elementary School.  I have had no less than 3 people say to me in the last few days "David is in 5th grade?  No way!"  It's hard for me to believe that he is in 5th grade myself.  Time really has flown by.

There is something about having one child beginning Elementary School and one child ending this year that has made me appreciate this milestone in our family.  I know that Middle School changes everything, so I am appreciating each moment of growth we have with David this year.  It also has been a time of reflection for me.  Have we taught him to be responsible?  Has he learned the skills needed to succeed in school without me checking on him?  I have always been proud of David.  He picks good friends, is thoughtful and kind, and still likes to hang out with us - his parents.  For that, I am truly grateful.  I know before long I'll be sending him off to college, but for now I'm thankful the thing he looks forward to most is watching Star Wars on Friday night with his family.  And to be honest, it's the one thing I look forward to most as well.