A Special Gift

In December, we read a book called, "The Mitten Tree."  It was about an old lady who made mittens for the children in her neighborhood.  She hung them on a tree and the children picked then off.  When they found out who had made all the mittens they took her more wool.  It was a lovely story about giving and caring. 

While we were reading it, Matt and Nik's Oma stood quietly listening to the story and our discussion. Without saying a word to us she left our classroom and spent the next 2 months knitting a pair of socks for every student in our class!!!!!  I'm sure you could imagine our excitement when she arrived the other day to give us her "gifts from the heart."  The squeals of delight could be heard throughout the hallways!  We quickly removed our shoes and socks and put on our new ones.  One student said, "these are the best socks to wear when you want to stay in your pjs all day!"  I couldn't agree more!  From all of us, we thank you for our special gifts. We'll never forget your kindness.