He didn’t even look back
My son started junior kindergarten this week. Last week we met the teacher, but on Monday we dropped him off and left him for the morning with a couple other students. Next week, he starts his regular schedule.
Sure, it’s not full day (which, I am thankful for). He gets dropped off at 7:50 and picked up at 10:30. But it’s everyday which is a huge change for all of us.
When we took him on Monday, after weeks of talking about it, he didn’t even look back when I brought him into the classroom. I knelt down for the goodbye hug and kiss, which he obliging gave me, but this year there was no linger. Unlike preschool, that, while mostly positive, did have some sad days, he was ready.
He marched into the room and around the corner with the teacher to his cubby to hang his bag and coat. He didn’t even look bag to see me giving a lame wave.
I looked at the teacher and simply said ‘so, is that all from me then?’ and she said ‘yes’.
And my heart broke a little.
He had a great morning. Nothing but smiles when I picked him up. And hugs. This time, they were very welcomed.
He was ready.
But I am not.
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Stefania (Ingredients for Life)
We’re so proud of them when they can do stuff on their own but it’s also heartbreaking.
My Pea started grade 1 this year — full days, everyday. The first few days were unbearable. On the first day I was ready to pick her up at 10 because I missed her so much. I realized that I was bothered that she would be spending the majority of her time with somebody other than me or Dad. Heartbreaking.
However, I love hearing the stories about her day and I love hearing her tell me about her new friends. I’m proud of her.
Paula
Sweet, sweet post.
@candiestaken
Oh how I remember those days. I can admit I cried in the hallway when I left the for the first time. I even called every hour just to check on them. My newest baby is 8months, I’m not looking forward to her first day. LOL, call me wimpy.
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