There was a severe thunderstorm Saturday night and strong winds knocked out power, phone and Internet service in several parts of town. As it happens, school was scheduled to begin on Monday, but it had to be postponed until Wednesday due to the lack of power at area schools. This was probably the first (and hopefully the last time) two make up days were accumulated before school even began!
Last week we spent a lot of time at the school. We played on the playground, went to orientation, Kamp Kindergarten and a Back to School Party. Even still, Bryce was feeling nervous over the weekend. Thankfully, by the time the big day (FINALLY) came, he was ready. He walked into his classroom and said goodbye without even shedding a tear! I managed to hold back the tears as well. I was so excited for him going to big school! Here are a few photos we took yesterday morning.
While Bryce was at school, Jenna and took the opportunity to have a lunch date at Zoe's Kitchen and go shopping at Bed Bath & Beyond. We both enjoyed the special time together. Later that afternoon, Bryce was happy to tell me about his day. He was especially impressed by the cafeteria, gym glass, the playground and his Spanish lesson. I think it's going to be a fun year for him!
Well, here it is. My first blog post. It seems like only yesterday I said I would never have a blog. I mean, seriously who would want to read what what I have to say? Yet here I am.
Today is my birthday. My son, Bryce, will be 6 in just a few more days and I'll be sending him off to Kindergarten. That weighs heavy on my mind right now. After choosing to wait and not enroll him full time last year, I thought I'd feel 100% confident sending him now. Yet I find myself nervous, uncertain of how he will adjust. Feeling helpless at the thought of sending him to a large school for 7 hrs a day, during which time I'll have no clue what is going on. As much as I love being a SAHM, I sometimes envy moms who have started their kids in daycare as babies. I mean, surely, they don't go through this when their kids start school. They are used to entrusting their children to others. They know how to let go. This is going to be a huge learning experience for both of us.
Thankfully, I don't have to let go of Jenna for a bit longer. She'll be with me pretty much constantly. On the mornings I work at PDO, she will continue to come with me, though I did opt to have her in a different class since she loves to challenge my authority. She's just going to be across the hall, so there won't be much separation.
