Hebrews 11:1 ESV – Now faith is the assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen.
When we first received the letter from CUMC Preschool that classes would be starting in person, we were ecstatic. A little sad that our precious four-year-old was growing up and was somehow old enough for preschool; but proud, grateful, and thankful for the perseverance of our church’s preschool. They put in place stringent protocols, increased the number of teachers per classroom, and planned for (to the best of human ability) the safety of our precious angels.
We immediately shared the news with Brinklee, and she said, “Like with other children?” She has spent time with a grand total of four children outside of our immediate family since March (two our caregiver’s kids and two fully masked at dance class). Something like being in proximity of other living, breathing kids, once completely taken for granted, has become the event of the fall.
We had hoped this would happen, but we certainly didn’t expect it. We assumed with all the news about schools and virtual curriculum that preschool was off the table for this year. Brinklee certainly didn’t expect it, based on her reaction, but has absolutely adored her first week in preschool and excitedly runs to class everyday.
We recognize the risk, but we also trust the people at CUMC Preschool. We are excited for our little girl to return to a sense of normal. We’re cautious, of course (as are all of the rigorous guidelines put in place by the preschool); but we also believe that the world will never really be the same, and we need to start adapting to what we’re comfortable with as a new normal.
We have faith that we’re doing everything in our power to ensure our family remains safe and well. May you have that faith and comfort too, as you work to establish a new normal, whether that normal may be out in the world more or maintaining your quarantine at home. Wherever you feel safest, may you be blessed.
Emalee
Lord, The world continues to be uncertain. May we put our faith and hope in You to show us our path forward.