"You are the bows from which your children as living arrows are sent forth." -Kahlil Gibran

There are only two lasting bequests we can can hope to give our children. One of these is roots; the other, wings. -William Hodding Carter, Jr.

The child must know that he is a miracle, that since the beginning of the world there hasn't been, and until the end of the world there will not be, another child like him. -Pau (Pablo) Casals


When I approach a child He inspires in me two sentiments:Tenderness for what he is,And respect for what he may become.

(Chaque enfant réveille en moi Tendresse et respect;Tendresse pour ce qu'il est,Respect pour ce qu'il deviendra.) -Louis Pasteur





Today is the first day of college for Haley. She was so excited! It was fun to be able to see her reaction to this transition. I was concerned that Haley would not have the full college experience if she decided to go to school locally - WRONG!!! She went to the incoming freshman activities, has started using the fitness center, and is rushing for a sorority. It is obvious that she is going to embrace the wide range of opportunities that college offers. She told me that she would get involved - I believe her!!!