It wasn't a huge surprise. I'd seen evidence building. Asking me about every word you see. Sounding out words on signs before you even thought to ask. I was impressed when you read the Level A books without missing a beat.
But when I handed you the Level C. When you figured out the word Monster, just because I covered the last 4 letters. When you self-corrected because you knew grab couldn't say touch. When you got your mouth ready to say the first sound and you figured out every word but one - I knew you were reading!
I don't know if you noticed, but my tears started after the first sentence. I didn't let them out at first, but halfway through the book they were pouring down my face. How proud I felt! I'm not even sure you knew how proud you should be. But you kept asking for more, and I felt even prouder. This is only the beginning!
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