I know a lot of life has happened in the almost 6 years that this sweet little lady was born.
But it really doesn't feel like it should be time for her to go off to school.
Wasn't it just yesterday we were holding you for the first time and taking you home from the hospital?
Now we're taking you to buy new clothes for school and school supplies.
Wasn't it just yesterday I was rocking you to sleep?
Now you just do your own routine and climb up into the top bunk.
Wasn't it just yesterday you were beginning to call us Mama and Dada for the first time?
Now you grab the phone and call your dad anytime you want.
Wasn't it just yesterday you were raising your hands up and saying you were "SO BIG!"?
Now you're grabbing my hand and doing the "Kissing Hand" and telling me I'll be okay without you.
Wasn't it just yesterday you were taking your first steps?
Now you're doing gymnastics and dance all over the living room.
Wasn't it just yesterday you were the only one running around this house?
Wasn't it just yesterday you were the only one running around this house?
Now you're the big sister, mothering your brothers every chance you get.
Wasn't it just yesterday I was dressing you in cute little girl outfits and matching bows?
Now you pick out your own outfits and do your own ponytails.
Wasn't it just yesterday you were trying to figure out how to peddle that tricycle?
Now you take off on two wheels like you've been doing it since birth.
Wasn't it just yesterday we dropped you off at daycare for the first time and both cried our eyes out?
Now you're laughing at me and making fun of me because I cried at Kindergarten enrollment.
Wasn't it just yesterday you wanted to walk by my side every where I was, even to the next room?
Now you walk off and say "bye mom" without looking back.
Wasn't it just yesterday I thought that Kindergarten seemed so long away?
And now it's here.
7 comments:
This is very sweet! I love how you did this post. Glad Taylor is so excited! Sophie is acting a little funny/nervous about Kdg, so I've had to be extra peppy, excited, and upbeat whenever we talk about it. Maybe that's partly why I feel like I must have a heart of stone when I read all these posts about teary mommas sending off their kiddos...I'm actually a pretty emotional person but I don't think I'm going to cry on her first day (Friday). Guess we'll see! :)
yes, it is here. and she will do great!
I am not sure how I stumbled upon your blog, but I've been reading it for awhile now. Your kids are adorable, and I enjoy reading about your sweet family. I just had to comment today though. As a kindergarten teacher and the mommy of three, your post had me in tears! I sent my second little love off to kindergarten today, and I can assure you, it is much harder being the kindergarten mommy than it is being the kindergarten teacher. But I can also assure you that we kindergarten teachers love our kiddos and want to nurture them and watch them grow. I'm sure your oldest love is in good hands. I hope that helps your mama's heart knowing that. It is probably the hardest thing to let them go, huh?!
Absolutely precious post! She is just gorgeous and I'm certain she will love Kindergarten as much as my daughter did. They learn sooo much, just amazing. God bless your sweet family...all them blue eyes are stunning!
I hope her day is fabulous tomorrow! And I know you will be ok too. (I survived today, afterall). It's all very hard on a momma. But, at the same time, so much fun to see them find their wings.
Oh Amanda--this made me tear up:( Such a sweet momma you are! Every year at this time, I have a mini emotional attack inside wondering how in the world I will do it. I am sorta a helicopter mom, I have a hard time letting my kids go, how will I ever let Landrey go to school?? You'll be my helper, right? Have memorable moments this year with all the changes and enjoy your fun alone time with sweet Gavin.
Amanda-you brought tears to my eyes! what a beautiful post!
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