Kids and Ponies

Last week, I shared some pictures of my colleagues' kids hanging out with Speedy at our last show of the year. If you missed the post, check it out if only to see how cute those girls were.

They're just too cute!

One morning last week, I found two of the above cutie pies standing outside of my classroom door just as our morning bell was ringing. Before I knew it, one of the girls had shrugged off her obviously heavy back pack and excitedly chirped that she had brought me some candy.

I am not going to lie, I cringed inwardly since I am on a weight loss marathon and am doing my best to avoid all candy and sweets. I smiled anyway and eagerly asked what kind. She quickly clarified that it was candy for Speedy - the kind he likes.

It weighs over 3 pounds! And that card. How sweet is that?

At the show, the girls had laughed in surprise when I handed them some candies to feed him. They didn't realize he liked real candy. They of course enjoyed a piece right along with Speedy.

The note the girls wrote. Adorable.

Seriously. Is that not the cutest thing you've seen today? It's kids like these that keep me coming back for more. I can't wait to see what Speedy thinks of the cinnamon flavor. He's a pig when it comes to candy. Wait until I slip him the sour apple one!

You still have time to comment on Monday's post for a chance to win a pair of Roeckl gloves.