Tonight as I layed beside my five year old boy to say prayers, we both got a little teary. I tried to pray an original prayer. Not one of the two that we usually say. I thanked God for the summer with my children and asked him to please watch over them as they go to school tomorrow. I was teary just saying those few words. Alex added to the prayer, "please God, don't let mom put a brick on my head." Lately I've been saying that to Campbell....just playing and telling her I don't want her to keep growing.
Then Alex hugged my neck and with tears said, "I'm scared. I want to stay with you." This was the first time I saw emotion besides enthusiasm about the big adventure of kindergarten that begins tomorrow. I know it is just the unknown that is unnerving him a bit tonight. Instantly, I had to turn on my 'you can do it, you're gonna love it' tune. I know he will.
He did wonderful during the orientation today. There were enough familiar faces in the room that he was fine. He thought the room was big and enjoyed seeing his name written in various places. His teacher is very warm and calm. It will be a wonderful year for him. I have no doubts.
I just cannot believe that the sweet, chubby bouncing baby boy that we've been lucky enough to parent for the past five and half years is starting school tomorrow. I am thankful that I got to be home with him part-time during these preschool years. I will treasure the adventures we experienced. I love how he holds my hand and asks me questions and tells me he loves me over and over. I love that boy and I just can't explain it.
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