When P went to kindergarten I was sad, but I knew I had a couple of years before E would be there and I was comforted. Now, however, I am getting plans together for E to go to kindergarten. The sadness and loss I am feeling already is overwhelming...and thinking of P in SECOND grade is blowing my mind. I may need to see someone to cope with this change and feeling of of loss. It is probably a good thing I am planning to go back to work, or I'd pine every day. I so wish I started having children when I was younger so I'd have a houseful and no time to think about how my children growing up is effecting me. I'm sure every parent goes through it - it literally is ripping my heart out.
Yesterday, I dropped off the registration form for full-day kindergarten for E. I also had his conference with Mrs. Valentino at the preschool. She said she was not concerned about him starting kindergarten, and that if I waited he'd be much older than the rest of the children. Academically, he is ready. Fidgeting-wise, he is not ready, but I am pretty sure that is just part of his personality.
She also said great things about our elementary school and giving children the space they need to be themselves. I really liked that. E will be fine and do great, I just know it. My kids are so awesome.
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