Today, one of my four year-olds said to a classmate, "I'm going to kill you!"

     Of course this was met with a conversation about how we talk to our friends, an apology, and some thinking time.  I'm not convinced that this student even knew the seriousness of what he was saying.  Still, I needed to address it with the parent at pick-up.

     When Mom came to pick up the student, I told her what had happened.  She said. "Well, their step-dad (whom they all live with) was arrested last night for murder." I was so taken aback that all I could think to do was to hug Mom for a moment while I regained my composure!  Then I asked if there was anything the family needed. She said that she couldn't think of anything at the moment. I told her not to hesitate to reach out and that the school has lots of community resources.  She said to just keep an eye on her babies, which, of course, we will do!

     My poor littles!  They are facing real life situations that no one should have to face. So yesterday, I cried for them, and so many others who face similar situations. God bless our children!