Star Student

This week Jared is the "Star Student of the 4th Grade." It's a fun project where they get to share things about themselves, bring their favorite book to school, and on Thursday (today!) the parents get to write a letter or a poem to their kid... So here is my little "note" to Jared.

MY SUPER STAR

I often wonder where time goes and why it moves so fast

Holding onto each memory, I know they’re sure to last

Watching you make choices, paving out your way

Overcoming obstacles you are facing every day

It hurts me when you struggle; it’s hard to watch you fail

I know you have the strength that will help you to prevail

Milestones that you have reached finding your own place

To do the best and be the best in this crazy human race

The kindness in your smile and the sparkle in your eyes

Show the love you have to give; this is no disguise

Yet you hold inside a fire that helps you to compete

In the class or on the field, you won’t accept defeat

Remember keep your chin up and strive to do your best

This is most important as life puts you through the test

Manners get you places and help you to succeed

Honor and Integrity are two you’ll always need

Don’t forget your roots and the place that you call home

It will always be here for you, no matter where you roam

Be a kid and make good friends that are meant to last

You only get one childhood be sure to have a blast

Though you’re only nine years old I see a bright young man

Jared don’t forget, that I’m your biggest fan

I’m proud to be your Mom and proud of who you are

For every day, in my life, you’re my “Super Star”