The transition from the summer to the beginning of this school year seemed much easier than last year. This time we knew the ropes, we knew what a box top was, we were prepared for the buying of the school supplies. Even this morning went unusually smooth. The biggest disaster we dealt with was the explosion of some oatmeal in the microwave. But not even that slowed us down. Brittain opted for some chocolate chip muffins and then we went on about the morning routine.
It brings me great comfort knowing how excited Brittain is about school. It’s the one thing I know that she loves and that I don’t have to wonder if I’m pushing her to do something that she’s really not enjoying. Dan and I tagged along to see her off on this first day and I, of course, brought my camera. After taking a few shots of her walking in and then a couple of her in the classroom, I knew it was time for me to go. She was happy and having a great time, but I still felt that lump in my throat and that pain in my heart as I gave her a hug and a kiss and had to walk away.
Thank goodness I only had to wait 3 hours to pick her up. And when I did, I was complete again.
