first day: pre-k

gavin west went to school. 

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i've been waiting for the perfect minute to get all my gavi-thoughts out. 

but i've decided to just keep them sweetly tucked inside.

i watched him from the rear-view mirror on the way to class that first day.

in his carseat. backpack on. crooked smile. dimple showing. arms folded.

i've got that image safely tucked away, too.

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i love that boy.

i am so glad that he is mine.