I have to say I had a very proud moment on Wednesday afternoon. Clayton advanced from his class to compete in the school-wide First Grade Spelling Bee. The impact of his accomplishment didn't quite hit me until I got to the school and realized how few kids made it. As any mother would, I felt completely nervous for him, but the saving grace was that the words didn't seem too tough.
When Clayton stood up to take his first turn, they gave him the word "author" and I about fell over. He spelled it "a-u-t-h-e-r" and was out on the first round. I felt crushed for him.
My proud moment came when he calmly walked away and came to stand by me, then proceeded to congratulate each of his schoolmates and friends who got out (most of whom were crying) on a job well done. I was so pleased that my EXTREMELY competitive son had the character and sportsmanship to be the first kid out and handle it with dignity.
Clayton, I am so proud of you and the wonderful young man you are becoming! Love you bud!
6 comments:
You have every right to be proud. That shows a lot of character.
Clayton, you da man!!
Way to go Clayton! That is so awesome! And Mellissa I think every Mom has the right to brag about that!
Love ya,
Heidi
That is awesome! So far none of my kids are spellers, but I know what you mean about being proud of him for taking it all in stride. That's sometimes a hard thing for a kid to do and it shows real maturity when they can. Way to go!
Good job, Clayton! I'm impressed.
Clayton, you should be proud! If it makes you feel any better, I would have spelled author the way you did too!
What a totally proud moment! When you see things like that, it really seems to prioritize things, doesn't it? I would much rather have had this moment instead of having him win the spelling bee. His true character shined through and you are obviously doing good things in your family! Congratulations!!!!
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