On Sunday, we decided to pursue a Pre K that is three times a week and really close to our house. When I began to look into it, I realized that the parent orientation and the open house was THE NEXT DAY! So I got busy filling out the paper work, looking for a carpool, and figuring out our budget.
(closer to how he actually felt!)
Monday morning I opened the computer to show Hunter pictures of his potential new school and he got big tears in his eyes. He said in a nervous voice, "When are you going to pick me up?!?" I just held him and told him it was normal to be nervous and that I get afraid when something new is happening in my life as well. His tears ceased, but his fears did not.
Next thing I knew, we were interviewing at the school and meeting his teacher. Hunter was adamant that this "was not a preschool day" and that I needed to stay with him the whole time. I agreed happily! It is a wonderful place. His classroom has several class pets including a rat, fish, and a snail. Hunter was most excited to see that there were Legos in his classroom. His next big excitement came when he saw the playground! We have another interview next Monday to make it all official, but in the mean time, Hunter is able to attend and get started at the same time as his other classmates.
This morning I think he was very nervous. He didn't make it to the potty on time which is something he RARELY does anymore. He insisted on bringing his brown blankie with him in the car, which is again something he almost never does anymore. And he clung to me as I walked him to his classroom...
I choked back tears until I got to the car, but then they came. I am so happy for him and I think this is a great opportunity for him. But taking him to school today symbolizes how much my baby has grown. My tiny 8 pound baby has grown into an amazing four year old. He has a back pack and a classroom to attend. I realize he is only four and this is just three mornings a week. But it is beginning a new season of life in our family.
So this morning, Adelyn and I have gone grocery shopping, done some laundry, watched elmo, and cuddled. It is so quiet!
In his Pre K class there are 9 kids and we happen to know 5 of them. That is a huge blessing!
Thankful for this opportunity. What a blessing it is to raise children.....
