A Happy Surprise

Last Friday was my last day at school! I'm officially on maternity leave. When I was planning my maternity leave, I was hoping Hudson would be here already, however, he's as happy and content as can be in my tummy. State standardized tests are this week...yes, I'm a wee bit nervous about not being there, but I know how smart my kiddos are. They will do just fine! I just didn't think I should proctor the tests considering I'm 39 weeks pregnant. If you know anything about proctoring standardized tests, you know that you can't sit down; you have to be walking up and down the rows monitoring the entire time, and you can't just go to the restroom anytime you feel the urge. Sitting and going whenever I feel the urge are high priorities for this momma!

Friday, when I walked into my classroom, I had no idea what a happy surprise I was in for. I have to say I have the best parents and students! Hudson and I were once again showered with gifts.

 One of my sweet parents had this cupcake cake made for my last day. It looks like a cake on top, but it's actually individual cupcakes!

The same parent bought this precious bag and had it monogrammed with Hudson's initials. Do you think she knows we are Auburn fans? Ha!

One crafty mom  and son gave this to me. He wrote a sweet letter to me and taped his picture on the back.  I loved it so much, I had to hang it up right away!

The Auburn baby bag was filled with baby gifts. Hudson got an Auburn shirt, AU bloomers, AU hat and socks, even a tiger tail. It was also packed with baby necessities. Her daughter even picked out one her baby books to pass on to Hudson. So sweet! But the gifts don't stop there! Another sweet parent and her son got me a gift card to my favorite nail salon. This wonderful momma knows what a 9 month pregnant woman needs! I can't wait to relax and have my nails done later this week! I was also given diapers and many precious notes and hugs from my students. 

I have to say I already miss them so much! I had many big personalities, and they kept me on my toes and laughing. There was never a dull moment in my classroom, that's for sure. Like I said in a previous post, I knew saying goodbye to them would be bittersweet, and it was. These third grade "babies" will always have a special place in my heart. I can't wait to see them next year when they are "grown up" fourth graders!

Amanda