First Day of School

Why did I panic and stay up half the night with butterflies in my stomach? I should have known that all would go well for my kids. They are two friendly kids with great manners and great personalities. But I guess the answer to that is, I am a MOM and moms worry especially this year with us moving and taking the kids away from everything familiar. DH went to work late this morning so he could take the kids and me to school. From the moment we walked in the door, everyone was so welcoming. My son looked panic striken and my daughter had this smile on her face. She was excited. A teacher came to escort both children to their classrooms and we said goodbye. DH and I looked at each other and hoped for the best. Both of us had our stomachs and hearts somewhere in the back of our throats. I agonized for 4 hours after I got home wondering how it was going. I really didn't need to worry. But I did...remember I am a mom and moms worry.

First out was DD....she was bouncing and bubbly and talked a mile a minute while we waited for DS. She LOVES school and can't wait for tomorrow. She brought me home my homework....covering workbooks with clear contact paper. Then came DS about 10 minutes later. The minute I saw his face, I was relieved. The panicked look was GONE and in its place was this beautiful smile. He talked a mile a minute too. Very difficult with both talking the same time to me in the van. But I enjoyed every word I heard. He is looking forward to tomorrow and the rest of the school year. They both love their teachers. They both made new friends and DS said they did this exercise about something in common and everyone wrote his name down for something in common....meeting a new friend. Makes my heart swell. For the first time in a few weeks, I feel we really did make the right decision in moving now. It is like my world has come back together with these two wonderful children of mine. DS also brought me homework....same covering of workbooks. Not my favorite job, but it happens once a year and I will do it with pleasure tonight as soon as DH comes home with the contact paper which I forgot to buy.

I am so relieved for both of them. Of course I will never stop worrying but it feels good to know that they are looking forward to being in their new school.