You got to step away from work today to be a Montessori mom and celebrate your daughter’s birthday in her classroom for a bit. Thanks to her magical teacher, a well trained Montessori guide, she had an incredible Walk Around the Sun, and felt super special on her big day! You, on the other hand, you just tried to hold it together. You are more than thankful that you got to be a part of it all.
At the end of the celebration where you celebrated her turning the big four you asked her what her favorite thing to do is she will emphatically said, “Running!” She also indicated that she loves to write numbers and letters, teach her brother how to do big boy stuff, show us her latest ballerina moves, and as always, sing her heart out. She makes everyone around her smile, especially her proud Mom and Dad.
You realize, however, that much of the joy of her days comes from the time she gets to spend with her friends at school. You still remember the day you made the decision to tour a pre