We went back to school today to visit Toddlerina's friends. My friends are there too. I didn't realize just how much those teachers had become a part of my family.
Toddlerina RAN into the school director's arms, shouting her name the whole way.
Marla!
Marla!
Marla!
Of course I cried. Then they cried, then we all looked at Jay and cried. It was so much fun for so much crying.
I am deeply grateful to stay home with my family and I cannot imagine myself here without a nod of gratitude to our school. It shaped Toddlerina and it shaped me for the better.
Momma. Are you hurting as your baby gets ready for school? I know this post doesn't diminish the pain, but consider it a flash forward into your future. S/he will be so very happy and so very loved.
And when the kids are old enough
We are going to teach them to fly.
(Name that tune. Players?)
YES. That is all.
ReplyDeleteI was going to make a joke about daycare being evil, but perhaps best not to...I'm so glad you had such a positive experience, and I think these words of encouragement are solid gold.
ReplyDeleteYou & Me, DMB!!
ReplyDeleteI was racked with guilt over "abandoning" my baby to nursery at 7 months to go back to work (out of financial necessity). Now, I'm so glad he goes there - he loves it, learns things there, adores his key workers and they really care for him - and they give me tips on feeding, sleep etc. I think he would be bored at home with me 7 days a week and I would probably have gone mad. This way, he gets 3 days a week of nursery fun, a day of just me, a day of just his dad and a weekend of both of us.
ReplyDeleteThanks Roccie!!! I really needed to read this post. LN10 will be in daycare in a little over 3 months from now and I am beginning to stress about it!
ReplyDeleteI loved daycare as a kid. I also loved being home with mom, so your Toddlerina has had the joy of both. Gratitude and love for those who help care for those we cherish.
ReplyDeleteLoved reading this post, I've been having more difficulty this past week when dropping off and picking up little man (and I constantly remind myself, at least it's just part time, but still there are hard moments)so this brought comfort. Thank you!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful, emotional, and so very imaginable for me.
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