First ailment of grade one

It is never fun to have a sick child - not just for the little one, but also for me as her mom.

I go through a host of emotions ranging from anger at myself (why didn't I keep a better watch on her so she didn't fall ill) to helplessness (I can't take away your pain and discomfort, my daughter) to calling upon my Lord God (here is your child Lord, please heal her).

I am sure most mothers feel this way. We accept that our children will succumb to ailments and we news to do our time nursing them back to health.

Kiddo was very upset at having to miss her first spelling session and disappointed at not being able to play with her friends.

Get well soon, little one. Fun at school awaits!