Back to School

Yes...it is that time of year again.  When parents happily push their carts around an office supply store (at least according to commercials).  The school lists are out and the teacher requirements have been made.  I just got our list for kindergarten and we have been out trying to find all of the things on the list...boy is it specific!!!!  Plus my boy has grown so we have had to purchase a new wardrobe for school as well and he for the first time has gotten opinionated about the shopping-what to buy, are we done yet?

When it was time for school I remember being so excited.  In the mail we would find out who our teacher was and the bus schedule.  I always had a first day of school outfit that I thought was fabulous for a first impression on the first day of the school year.  I don't think it is like that for boys...at least not mine.  Don't get me wrong- he is looking forward to school.  New school, new experiences, new friends.  Just not like I did and that is okay.

Now am I excited for him to start school?  It's debatable. I am excited for the new experiences, independence, and fun he is going to have.  But honestly, I am sad for him to be gone so long everyday.  As much as he can drive me crazy he is a great little helper and knows how to give me hugs at the best times.  I know his little brother is going to miss him terribly.  On the plus side my almost 2 year will be getting more one on one time with me.

How did you cope or make the transition easier into Kindergarten?