Recently, I was able to attend Charlie’s Kindergarten graduation ceremony. I know I am so blessed that his parents asked me and that I was able. While I was thrilled to be there, it was bittersweet at the same time but today I need to focus on the positive of that experience.

It wasn’t much different from other Kindergarten graduations. When Charlie saw his Mom, Dad, sister, and me he started waving wildly, pointing out who we were to the boy standing next to him on stage. He was excited to see us. The children all sang a few songs together; Charlie being the best of course. The principle made a short speech and then the teachers handed out awards and the “diplomas.” Each student received a candy award from their teacher. Charlie received the “jolly ranchers award because he tells the best jokes.” He also received music student of the year for the entire Kindergarten. I was very proud of that one since I have been interested in singing ever since I learned how to talk.

After graduation, we went out to lunch. Charlie was very excited to spend time with me and talked a mile a minute. He is growing up so quickly. It seems like just yesterday, I was spending precious moments with him in the hospital and now here he is: almost 7 and about to enter the first grade. He is very smart and very entertaining. Of course, I’m not biased or anything.

There were a couple of times that A caught me just staring into space with a far away look on my face. She asked if I was ok and I said yes and then tried to articulate what I was feeling but I don’t think I was very successful. It is just so surreal to me at times to be with Charlie, this typical kid, talking and running all over the place. I don’t get that (the talking and walking so freely part) with Noah.

I definitely am fortunate to have been included in this celebration of Charlie’s accomplishments thus far in his life.

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