As the quince of one of our teens approaches, plans and details are being worked out. So, that means running errands and escorting her places to ensure everything is planned and in place.
Today, she needed to chat with some of the boys in her quince about their ties and shirts. We had to go to one of the schools where half of the girls have classes in the afternoon. I was a bit nervous to go because I know that it can be embarrassing when a parent figure comes to school.
But, as we arrived, the students were beginning recess. I told her to go and find the boys she needed to talk with because I didn't think she wanted one of her tias following her around. So, I decided to sit on a bench near the entrance to the school and wait for her. As I sat there, Sofia ran up and gave me a big hug. She sat down on the bench with me and we talked. Then, Olivia, who was walking with a friend, came over and sat with us, as did her friend. And, one of the younger girls, Adriana, found us and joined us on the bench. I told the girls that they could enjoy their recess chatting with friends, but they said that sitting with me was what they wanted. This absolutely made my day!
As frustrated as I get with the girls at times, these are the moments that make the small spats, attitudes, and PMS all worth it. I don't think these three girls will ever know how much this meant to me. I know I say this all the time, but I work with the most amazing kids ever.
As the five of us sat on the bench, I thought of Simon and Garfunkel's song "Old Friend:"
"Old Friends, old friends, sat on their park bench like bookends..."
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