We just love this letter so much! Self-expression is one of the most precious tools a child can receive. It allows for the process of understanding one’s self to take place. The need to acknowledge their feelings, imagine a scenario they would prefer and then share these feelings.

This comes in handy in situations like what we are experiencing now. In which we are all living an unexpected occurrence that has swiftly removed the rug from under our feet causing us to land in a very awkward and uncomfortable position, not knowing how to move out of it.

I am filled with joy and admiration in those moments that a child can wittingly and lovingly express how they feel about schooling at home. The past few weeks many parents have taken to social media to vent on how difficult and stressful school at home has been for them. My love goes out to each and every parent experiencing this. My homeschool experience has not always been easy but I found the secrets lie within my children.

As an adult, I am so passionate about learning, it is almost a high for me, but growing up I hated the educational system. Waking up every morning to get ready for school caused a pit of despair within my gut that I often attributed to food issues. But it was pent up emotion. Pure dread of the day to come. I only know this because the feeling returned when as an adult, I was no longer happy with a job or business. In those moments while getting ready for work, dread would creep into my stomach and work its way up to my chest, wrapping itself around my throat limiting my air supply.

 Sometimes I allow myself to dream of what life would have been like if I would have been asked what I preferred as a child. And how the habit of choosing happiness would have presented in me as an adult.

This letter is such a treasure. Cristina, 11, unknowingly created a magical moment that her mom shared with such pride and made my heart, and that of all the readers, fill with joy and laughter. We are so thankful that her mom allowed us this small glimpse into her life and that she has nourished this beautiful expression within her daughter. Little moments like this become future moments of happiness.