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I love how you used such powerful sensory details Alyssa. I felt like I was crying with you at drop off.😭❤️

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Thank you for reading. ❤️

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I love this. My oldest son started kindergarten and has lots of the same fears/questions as yours. And my feelings directly line up with yours too! Thanks for putting these big changes into writing so well.

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So glad it resonates with you too. Such a big step for our kiddos.

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This was sweet. I’m so glad you guys had such a good first day!

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Thank you! Me too!

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You have captured this season so incredibly well and so beautifully. I just love your writing!

The cat conversation was so sweet. You seem like a wonderful mom.

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Thanks for your encouragement!

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It’s the strangest thing to drop them off, emptying your arms and clutching only your purse. Moms carry so much, both literally and emotionally, and this piece conveys that so well!

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It really is so strange. And thank you for your support.

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Beautiful!

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Thank you for the encouragement!

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I love a lavender latte! Beautiful post with lovely details. Thanks for sharing this very tender moment with us.

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