Today, I became one of those moms - the sobbing, I just left my child at kindergarten for the first time mom. I said I wasn't going to be one of those moms, but I was crying before we even made it to school. Right before we arrived at school, I told Lauren I wanted to pray about her day and then the tears began. I kept my tears in check as best I could, got her to her room and in her chair, and then began the sprint to my car so that the whole world wouldn't see me melt down. Unfortunately, sunglasses only cover your eyes, not the tears sliding down your cheeks. As I climbed in the van, and let loose with the tears, I got a text from my friend, Priscilla, letting me know she was praying for all of us today! It was just what I needed and helped me remember that I'm not alone, even when I feel that way.
Lauren was so excited about going to school this morning. She's been counting down the days and had no anxiety about the first day. Emily was less than thrilled about Lauren going to school. Her first words when she got up this morning were, "Lauren is going to have all the fun today." When we left school, she began reciting all the things she wanted to do today, and she hasn't even mentioned Lauren at all. I think she is enjoying having all the toys to herself and picking the TV shows today.
I hope the next three hours pass quickly! I can't wait to hear all about Lauren's first day!
3 comments:
Hang in there Mary! Course I'll probably need your comforting words next Monday when we start K5. Does Lauren go all day? We go a full day this year which will seem strange.
I remember when I took Kylee for her first day of Kindergarten. I said the same thing and did the same thing as you! It's hard watching them grow up but I think it's also rewarding. My little Kylee is now is 7th grade and becoming a beautiful young lady. She was in Ben's wedding this past weekend and when I saw her after she got her hair and make-up done I just wanted to cry because she looked so grown-up! Just enjoy this time because it goes by way too fast! Praying for you!
I thought I had already commented on this but I must be losing my mind. Very possible. Lauren is getting so big and I can't believe it's time for her to start school. I am sure she is going to do so well.
I will be in Memphis November 4-6. I don't have your email so if you could get it to me I would love to get together.
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