Well, today is day 5 for Della and Angel's Kindergarten career. I have to say they have enjoyed almost every moment thus far. Although, Della had been coming home after school telling me things that I haven't heard too frequently. She said she wanted her hair to grow back.

Since the teacher's home visit before school began we have talked about alopecia and we have told her just about everything that I know about it. She was welcoming and warm to Della and agreed to talk about it if the need came. Well, Monday, again, Della came home stating the same things. I asked the teacher if she was having issues with the other kids. Maybe there was a comment or something the was provoking Della's comments? She said she hadn't noticed any problems with teasing, or questions. So, we decided to talk to the class. I supplied her with the alopecia coloring book and all of the school packet and educational pamphlets that I had received.

Well, today was Della's big reveal. When I went to bring the class thier snacks in (today was her snack day), Della rushed me with excitement. Today her teacher was going to begin "student of the day". Della was chosen to go up in front of the class and tell the class about her family, the things she likes to do, and the things she dislikes. Well, with out much prompt, the teacher and her begin to talk about alopecia. So Della and the teacher point out the pictures of other kids with alopecia and they read the coloring book together. Then the teacher starts asking the kids what color eyes they have and what color their hair is, etc. She says, "See, Everyone's Just Different". She asked Della if there was anything else she wanted to share. So, she sang her famous song. "Grow hair grow, I know you can. But if you can't it's okay, I'm beautiful anyways." The class also is doing lessons on recognizing letters of everyone's names. So they drew a picture of della and wrote her name as well as their name. The teacher is going to lamenate the pages and make a book for her. I think this is one of the best presents for all of us because it is something she can look at for courage when she feels down. I was so proud of her and everything she did in frotn of the class. Although I wasn't there to see it, I was so relieved because it felt like all of our spirits and weight on our shoulders was lifted. For once she seemed proud to be so unique. I am so lucky to have such a wonderful child.