Next Chapter

One of my friends commented, "Welcome to the next chapter!" on a facebook post about school.

Boy was she right.

Aid started Kindergarten and he couldn't be more ready.  I'm so glad that we waited another year because while I'm sure he would have worked it out last year, this year there is not a doubt in my mind that he's ready.

There has been no hesitation.  He explained that since we had visited the school and played on the playground that he wasn't nervous anymore.  Really? At all?  Cause Mom's a nervous wreck. We met our friends out front while waiting to catch the bus!!!! He did ask me to meet him at the school to remind him where he class was.  I beat the bus there and waited anxiously for him.  He got off the bus talking with another little boy, caught my eye, and said, "Mom, I don't need you to walk me in.  I got this."  I sat there stunned for half a second before a teacher jumped in, "He is ready mom!"

I teared up and cried all the way home. Again, it's a mother's curse.  While I know I have done my job well seeing him so confident and sure of himself;  I wanted to share the moment with him.  But it really isn't my moment.  It's his moment.  And he shined.

SO proud of you Aid.  I will miss spending my days with you but know it's time for the start of your own journey in life.  But I'll always be here, right behind you. Cheering you on!

On the way to get in the car decided he was down to ride the bus (which had been the plan up until last night)

He even told Grant he would miss him.

Our neighbor buddy is off to start his pre-K adventure!

Quick freak out before the bus gets here picture with neurotic anxious mom!

There he goes....

There he goes.....right past mom. lol

His little desk buddy Andy.


GO GET EM LITTLE MAN!