Last night before bed he started to get a little nervous.  Maybe it didn’t help that I had him sit and listen to me read the school rules to him from the handbook and then sign a piece of paper saying he understood them.  (I know, probably a little over the top.)  On the way to bed he started saying that he was a little nervous.  He talked it through with Leslie and I and we all remembered the scripture we learned at Camp Cornerstone…“Have I not commanded you?  Be strong and courageous.  Do not be afraid.  Do not be discouraged.  For the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.” (Joshua 1:9)  After some prayers and more talking he finally said, “I’m ready.”

Then this morning it was like a whole new depth of joy to see him walk into his room with so much courage.  I knew he was a little nervous but he went for it.  I’m just so proud of him and he’s growing up so fast.  Today was a great victory in parenting for Leslie and I.  We are thanking God so much for the unbelievable blessings of Benjamin, Liza and Grace.  What an amazing ride.  So thankful to be doing this with you Leslie!

Benjamin’s First Day of Kindergarden from Josh Agerton on Vimeo.