than a compliment of your child. Josh and I met with Avery's teacher today. I must say Mrs. Blair will always hold a special place in my heart. She has been so good for Avery. She understands the way Avery ticks... which isn't always the same as everyone else. I adore Avery, but she has her quirks so not everyone appreciates her the way they should. She went through some testing with Avery and here is her funny story. During the test the conversation went something like this...
MB: Okay Avery, we're going to count.
A: What are we going to count?
MB: We're not going to count anything. We're just going to count.
A: (Looks at MB like she's lost her mind.)
MB: I'll start you off. 1...
A: (Another strange look from Avery as she slowly starts) 2...(she slowly continues) 3...4...5...6
MB: Keep going. What comes next.
A: Don't you know??????
Apparently they only got to 10, but we have all heard Avery count much higher.
Avery got many "Sometimes" on her evaluation because as Mrs. Blair says (and we've all seen) Avery only does something when she wants to. She got one "No". That was for sitting quietly at circle time. I don't think that one needs to be explained. She said she didn't like to draw, and art wasn't her favorite. She said Avery loves to read and is very strong mathematically. She was basically at or above level on everything. Then she said, and this is what thrills me to my soul, "Avery has a positive attitude. She has a good self image and a compassionate heart. I have enjoyed having her in my class." I tear up as I remember our conversation. She said that even as active and busy as she is, she always notices and is concerned for her classmates. She always wants to make sure they are ok, even if it means she misses out on something. In my Mommy mind and heart that was better than all of the other stuff put together.
Avery - never forget to care for other people. You have such a sweet heart, and I am so proud of the little girl you are becoming. I love you!!!
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