Sad news today
DH just got back from dropping ds off at preschool and told me that his teacher passed away over the weekend. Mrs. V just left the school three weeks ago, when she was diagnosed with stomach cancer, so this is all a bit unreal to me. She had just started chemo.
I am so sad about this. She was a really great teacher and very patient and kind with the little ones. She was awesome with ds. She always had a smile and a joke for him, even on the days when he was weepy and didn't want to go to school, he was happy to see her. We had started taking up a collection to buy her a persimmon tree and now she'll never get to see it.
I guess we have been lucky that our kid has spent time with some wonderful child care people so far in his life, but damn is it hard saying goodbye.
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I wasn't gonna comment, because I have my own issues when it comes to dealing with death. Even if it's a stranger I heard about on hipmama, I get all crampy in the stomach. But I thought this deserved a comment.
I want you to know that my thoughts are with you and your family today. I know how close parents can get with their kids' teachers, and to lose a member of your chosen family like that is hard.
((HUGS))
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I know how incredibly devastating it can be for children and parents when they lose a teacher. I used to teach preschool & one year both the director of our school & my co- teacher were killed in a car accident. I hope you all find comfort and healing in your hearts and that the school has some outside resources available to help families with their grief. Hugs mama.
...especially in daycare, is irreplaceable. I am so sorry for your son (and your own) loss. My thoughts are with her and your family at this time.
But...
Keep going with the persimmon tree! It can be planted in her honor at the daycare...if the owner will allow it of course. It'll help everyone, kids included, deal with her loss. This way, a symbolic version of her will nurture and grow so many more healthy, happy kids...
Good vibes to you Mama and to your babe.
How devastating. Love to you all, all her students and co-workers and friends and family.
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I really hate dealing with it too, so I appreciate what you're saying - and the fact that you commented means a lot. Thank you.
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