I've decided that this preschool adventure may be even better for helping me with the kindergarten transition than it helps Scott. He has done great and his teacher says he just joined the class and is not afraid to make friends. He gets in the car each day just chattering about all that they have done. It is pretty jumbled, but by the end of lunch, I usually have a pretty good idea of what they did.
The transition for me has been more of a mixed bag. When we walked from the car to bible study today (with just Andrew and Amanda), I felt like a mother hen who was missing one of her chicks. My flock wasn't complete. But, on the other hand, I find such delight in having precious time with Andrew. As we were heading away from bible study, I was able to ask him about his morning activities without Scott interrupting and correcting (as older brothers are apt to do.)
We had a great reunion and the boys really enjoyed playing together outside while I prepared lunch. I realize that my oldest "chick" is really getting ready to venture away from our nest. I know he his ready and don't want to hold him back, but part of me is sad that he will be away for so many hours next year. And, with the way this year is flying by, I know it will seem like such a short time before I'll be saying that about my baby. So, I think I'll spend more time wearing a cape and playing "supermom" with the kids than actually trying to be Super Mom.
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Oh that is a great post. I am glad that Scott has adjusted so well. I think my oldest would have loved it, we just never could afford it. Even last night I was thinking, maybe school would be a better option for her. I just don't know. My husband is pretty set on homeschooling and I am just focused on praying that it works out!
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