Love Notes

Just over a year ago, Ethan brought me a note home that he'd had his after school teacher write for him. That note reads: "Dear Mom, I wanted to give you a note because I love you. Thanks for cooking for me. I love your chocolate chip cookies. I like you and your smile." It's a note that I've kept with me ever since because whenever I need a pick me up, I can remember that I know someone who loves me and my chocolate chip cookies. It's one of my most treasured possessions.

Today, I got another missive from my boy, which he wrote (and spelled) all by himself. In case it's hard to see, it says: "Dear: Mom You are cool At singing that you sing good and yer voys (voice). Love Ethan!"

As you may guess, this will be another of my treasures. Because on those days when I feel like a big dork, I can look at this and know that one of the world's most awesome kids thinks I'm cool.