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Send Them To School Protected and Loved

July 30, 2014 //  by Courtney


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Well, the emotions are coming. The girls are going back to school in just a couple weeks and the little tiny bit is starting Kindergarten. It’s going to be quiet. I have plenty to do – and honestly, I have secretly begged for these years.

“When they both get in school…I’m gonna…” (exercise more, take a photography class, cook, do regular business hours, etc)

I have plans and I have ideas. I will certainly enjoy the break to get some things done during those hours and be ready to giggle when afternoon carpool comes.

Let me be clear.

I’m going to miss my girls BADLY. I have to stop this thought now or I will go down in a puddle.

 

So, as we get school supplies and uniforms and lunch boxes. There is one thing we are making. I thought you enjoy.

 

How To Make a Key Chain That Protects & Loves

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When they are in school, I want them to know they are not alone. They are protected and so very near to their Heavenly Father. They are so loved by mom and dad – and we cannot wait to pick them up.

My friend Kelli gave me this idea when Ella went to Kindergarten and we are off to make another chain today with little Larson.

You simple get supplies to make your own key chain.

 

1. Include a cross

That signifies that God is always near. They can pray anytime and call on Him for anything. And reminds them who they are representing – they get a unique opportunity to influence and lead others in their class.

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2. Include a heart

That reminds them they are extremely loved by their parents. We are thinking of them all day – praying for them and cannot wait to get them.

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I often tell mine,

If you were in my class, I’d play with you and pick you every time. You are so fun.

If you have a boy and a key chain isn’t their thing, consider painting rocks with your own secret code. My friend Amber did this and I LOVE this idea.

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Let’s get ready for school.

Cherish the last few days of summer.

Get them excited at the fun days ahead.

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Remember WE set the tone for their impression of school – don’t be so vocal about your DREAD that they just follow and… DREAD. Or, if you are having fear… guess what follows? Fear. God has these cuties and school is a wonderful thing filled with loving teachers. Mine have learned everything from the love of Jesus to their love of art in those very walls. And how to be a great friend, even when it’s hard.

 

Great lessons coming this year.

 

Pray with them for the influence they will have on their class and their leaders. They have Jesus in them – so I know my two are going to light up some hearts. We’ve trained for that and they know – that’s why we do life, school or anything.

 

They are never alone.

How are you preparing? Anyone else hunting down 4 final things on the supply list?
NOTE: We are not jewelry making people so we got ours from Hobby Lobby in that bead aisle. There was a key chain packet that had the strings, the hooks and the round things. 🙂 See, I have no idea. Then I got a tiny thing of mixed beads. Ella picked out her two charms in the same aisle. It wasn’t perfect but she loved it and my heart felt settled.

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About Courtney

Courtney DeFeo is most known for being a factory of ideas for families. It’s her desire to lead a life that radiates God’s love in action and His grace along the way. As a former marketing professional for corporations such as Chick-fil-A and Ketchum Public Relations, Courtney has a history of creating memorable programs and ideas that motivate others to action. She is the author of In This House, We Will Giggle, creator of ABC Scripture Cards and Virtue Cards and the kindness movement Light ‘Em Up Acts. Her latest project is a community for tween girls and their moms - found at TreasuredGirlz.com. Her house is a wreck and she hates to cook. She adores her hot, patient husband. She posts entirely too many photos of her two girls on Instagram. Connect with Courtney anytime: Twitter • Website • Facebook • Instagram

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