My oldest starts kindergarten in September. To say I have mixed emotions is a understatement. I love his zest for learning. I want him to grow. I want him to make all kinds of friends. But I have to say, the thought of me not being with him every minute is breaking my heart. I have always had homeschooling in the back of my mind. But I know me, I know it isn't a possibility. I believe now that I have ADHD and I know I am not structured enough to do it. Beside the fact that my husband is 100% against it.
So many parents I talk to say they can't wait for their kids to start school. Am I too attached? Will this get better, easier?
I will miss our days at the beach, mornings in the woods. I will miss this
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ReplyDeleteMy youngest is starting kindergarten in September. I remember when my first one started going to school. I counted the minutes until he arrived home. (I still do) I wish time could stand still and we could have them be little forever. I so miss the days of just spending time together. . . going to the park, reading books on the couch, playing in the yard . . . this summer, I am going to try to soak up my kids all I can.
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how sweet is that photo... :)
ReplyDeleteI know the feeling... I sent one off to Kindergarten last year and this year another one goes... I don't think you're ever really "ready", but it does get easier.
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I know a little of what you're saying. My oldest just turned 5 this May and she will be off to Kindergarten in September too. But she is in her 2nd year of preschool so I think I had a little head start. I think she'll only be gone for a half day so I think I'll be okay. It's just a little crazy to think that 5 years have went by and my baby is going to kindergarten. I remember my first day of kindergarten! I even have a 3 yr old who just start preschool too!
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ReplyDeleteIts been at least 3 years since the last of my 3 boys went to Kindergarten, but I appreciate your feelings of missing him and all that you're used to doing with him. You're not alone! I've been through that just like many other moms, but just remember the gift you're giving him of independence, growth, self awareness, and the ability to miss you enough for him to appreciate his mommy and all you do for him even more!
Hold on to that, and it will get easier and better!
Smiles!
Hi Christie,
ReplyDeleteThat photo you posted is precious, and I can understand your feelings. Others have said it will get better, and it will!
My children are adults now, but when the youngest started school, I made it a point to volunteer in their classrooms. The teachers love volunteers! Perhaps you will find it will work for you, also...
Blessings!