If you count the first day of preschool, this is the 6th year I've been doing this drop-off thing and this was the first time no one cried, no one hugged desperately begging to stay with me and no one had to be physically removed from my arms crying and sobbing while I tried to keep my own tears in check and b-line for the door.
It was amazing.
I went to the mall and shopped by myself. By myself. I know, it's only been 6-weeks since they got out and most of you lovely readers likely spent double that home with your kids, but that's still a long time without a break. Plus, you can't shop for kid's birthdays with the kids! Finally, I can birthday shop.
Just listen. The only sound is the hum from the refrigerator. And tomorrow, though my little guy will be at home, there will be only one child to care for all. day. long. One is so much easier than three.
School is bliss for the stay/work-at-home-mom. I think there should be world-wide celebration champagne brunches for all moms (or whichever parent stays at home).
Now, I'm just going to sit here and listen to the quiet.
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| School is Heaven for moms |
*** Linking up with Mama Kat after realizing I had already written one of her prompts without prompting. :)
So glad to hear it was a success!! How awesome for you and gives you peace of mind for the rest of the day :) My oldest started back to school yesterday and my youngest starts for the first time on Friday! Both kids in school this year...eeeekkk!!! hehe :)
ReplyDeleteYour going to be so productive you won't believe it!!!
DeleteThat sounds like a fabulous first day back. My youngest starts school next year, and I'm counting the days. A WHOLE day with no kids? I cannot even imagine the possibilities.
ReplyDeleteOh, yes you can! Imagine it and cherish the day it comes. It takes a few weeks to really get a feel for it, but it is so good!
DeleteGood for you!
ReplyDeleteI won't lie and say that I am not jealous...cause I am. This is the second year of drop off and it went to hell in a fluffy pink basket full of hope that things would run smoothly.
It's ok though. It's scary. He just turned five.
Enjoy that time. Use it wisely :)
It is scary for them. It gets easier. Also, here in England the shorter break makes it less scary, I think. The US and Canada really need to consider stretching out the school year!
DeleteThose happy drop offs make ALL the difference! When my kids have a tough time in the morning it's all I can think about all day. But when everyone leaves happy and put together...I'm dancing in the halls! :)
ReplyDeleteMe too!! Thanks, MK!!
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