Originally Posted by deacongirl
From my dd's language arts teacher, particularly awesome because she wants to be an author:
" In all honesty, M. is one of my all-time favorite students in 21 years of teaching. She is truly a gifted writer. I see her “going far” with whatever she decides to do with her life. On that note, I would be happy to talk with her about the International Spanish Academy; she would greatly enjoy this challenge, I think, and be extremely good at it with her love of language and her work ethic."
So glad to have a safe place to brag. Very proud of my dd!

What a wonderful validation of your dd's art and talent. I can tell you, as an adult writer, these are the life-changing moments in a child's life. I'll never forget the faith my 5th grade LA teacher had in me and my writing.