worth it

Things that make this crazy life so worth it:

L's class is having a read-in today (sleeping bags, pillows and books all day long). The teacher asked for parents to pop in and read to them. I showed up this morning, only to find that L had just left the classroom for speech. His teacher said, "That's such a bummer, he was so excited to have you come in. He told me this morning 'My mom's coming in today! My mom's coming today!' " I was shocked. He's never call me his mom. Ever. We have an amazing bond, but I've never expected any of the kiddos to call me their mom.

Wow. Trying not to get too excited.

I'm going to go back this afternoon and read when he's there. :-)