For someone who claims to like taking pictures I sure do a lousy job at remembering my camera. It wasn't until we were on the school grounds and I saw other mom's taking pictures that it occurred to me I should have brought my camera. I guess I was just trying to get everyone out of the house and it slipped my mind. Thank goodness I had my phone on me and was able to capture the event after all.
I don't usually go into the school with them so it was a treat for me this year to send them off this way. Once I was there I realized how much I've missed these last 2 years having them go with our carpool instead of taking them myself. It was fun to see my girls meet up with their friends (some they hadn't seen the entire summer) giggling and laughing as they waited for the bell to ring, all of them excited to get into their classrooms and start the day. One thing I hadn't anticipated, but was thrilled to see was how much Bella and Tess loved going to school together. They couldn't wait to look for each other during the day and meet up after school to talk about their day.
I'm glad I decided to see them off at the door because it felt like such a significant event. Two kids gone all day seems so unbelievable to me. I remember thinking about this years ago, wondering what it would feel like. Strangely enough it feels natural, like it was meant to happen this way. I am more excited for the adventures they will have this year than sad at missing them. It is a part of life and childhood to have them gone and it will definitely make the times we are together after school and in the evenings that much more meaningful. Plus let's not forget I will have Megan here with me to keep me company. I think in two years when they are all gone I may feel differently, but then again you never know, it may feel as natural as it does today.
Do you feel sad when your kids go back to school?
or Do you look forward to the day?
6 comments:
I really liked your thoughts on this. I have been thinking about school a lot lately and it gives me a little pit in my stomach to think of sending her off next year. I want it to feel natural like you described! I hope that this is a scene with my two in a few years, them loving going together and talking about their days.
I have thoroughly enjoyed school starting. The first day moment was derailed by an annoying morning assembly that put me in a foul mood, but I love seeing my boys go to school together in the morning. It's very sweet.
Bella's hair looks fabulous, by the way. it totally suits her.
I have never felt sad about sending my kids to school. Nervous sometimes, but not sad. Like you said, I am excited for them and the adventures they will have. Your girls being excited to meet up and compare notes is the cutest thing!
I love my kids going to school. I think it's great for them, they have more to do, get to see friends, play fun games at school, etc. By the end of the day it does seem long, but it's all good. I just hope they have great teachers and no bullies!
I feel happy for them, sad for me.
i think i feel excited for them to go. i know how great it will be for them. and i do miss them. although i enjoy going to the grocery store with 1 instead of 3. who wouldn't be happy about that?
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