Today is September 2, 2015. My first post to say Welcome! I have wanted to start this blog for a long time, just to share my thoughts, events and things that may be of some significance- at least to me- in the grand scheme of things.

My 3 year old son started to go to school yesterday. First day- I got up with butterflies in my stomach.

He slept late.

I nervously packed his snacks wondering if I should put an extra packet of juice.

He rolled over on the bed and took an extra snooze.

At the school -with my heart thumping, I walked up the stairs, rang the bell and held him tightly.

He walked into the school and went about exploring the classroom.

I stood staring – wondering what I should do next. Should I sneak out or kiss him goodbye? The teacher beckoned me to go ahead and leave.

With tears rolling down my cheeks, I walked out the door as if I was committing the greatest felony in sneaking out without saying goodbye.

Oh how I wish I was a fly on the wall! I waited for the phone to ring – the teacher telling me that he could not be consoled and that I should come pick him up and take him home immediately.

Nothing! The phone did not ring. I just knew he was screaming his head off, rolling on the floor- like he does at home. I looked at my watch – it was only five minutes into the session. What should I do next?

I went home- did the chores and waited patiently for the time to come. End of school day- I was the first one waiting for dismissal. Not knowing what to expect- I dreaded the worse.

Instead, he walks out- the perfect prince, hand in hand with his new teacher and a smile on his face. What! A smile instead of sobbing…. Was it just me?  Yes- First day of school…… sooo stressful for parents!