My Dylan

Heidi use to say, "If I could find a man who loved me half as much as my students do, I'd be a happy woman"
Students have the tendency to adore you! And it makes me adore them so much in return. My little Dylan currently holds the title of the "sweetest thing"
A few weeks ago we were learning the word "lovely." We used it in all different context and really he just showed no recognition and didn't really care about it.
Finally a few weeks later he asked to see my name badge again. He loves to look at the picture and run his fingers over my name and read it.
"Your hair down" he said.
"Yes, my hair was straight that day. I didn't curl it."
He stared at it lovingly. "(sigh)ahhhh. ....lovely"
Oh I could just kiss him!
I also taught him the word "gentle" after he slapped my hand away one day. He seemed to grasp that one right away. When I stood up he patted my butt.
"Gentle" he said.
I couldn't help but laugh. Yes, gentle. Inappropriate, but gentle.