My little one started school this week. I had to come to terms with her growing up and no longer being around me twentyfourseven. I must admit it has made me sad all week. No matter which way I look at it we both have to adjust to the change. You know, letting go, still not the easiest thing for me to do.
The first day of school, what a momentous occasion in a mother's life. My little one chose the clothes for me to wear on the big day. She even chose my knickers. Then she said "Mum you can choose mine now!" I held up her dress and silently we looked at each other then at the dress, the uniform she will be wearing every day. That made me sad too. Tried not to show it. Not much creativity there, but I know it is practical. I met some of the 135 mums who have Kindergarten children and felt... tried not to show it. Quite a few of us wore big dark sunglasses to hide those feelings.
On the upside I have lots more time now and my list of things to do is long. So there is the plus of having my brain all to myself. However, I will have to step back and watch my little one, see how she changes with the pressures of school. Be positive, start enjoying it I say to myself. This new stage is to be embraced.
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Kirstin Bokor commented on 07-Feb-2011 11:41 AM
Creativity is born from the imagination - Sequoia will continue to develop her own imagination to take her flights of fancy with her where ever she goes. She is such a special little girl, she is just as likely to come up with her usual mad capped ideas in a boring school uniform as in anything else. At least in a uniform neither of you will care abut the state of it.
How exciting to see the little-big girl she's growing into. It seems like only yesterday when I came to the hospital and held your few hours old baby - bunny- girl. And you know what? she captivates my heart as much now as then. You are a great mum - and you must let yourself be proud - you have raised this gorgeous and brave child who is ready for this next adventure. What an excellent job!
How exciting to see the little-big girl she's growing into. It seems like only yesterday when I came to the hospital and held your few hours old baby - bunny- girl. And you know what? she captivates my heart as much now as then. You are a great mum - and you must let yourself be proud - you have raised this gorgeous and brave child who is ready for this next adventure. What an excellent job!
Sequana commented on 06-Feb-2011 01:45 AM
You know, the only time I remember actually crying was when my first son went off to college. When they were little and started school, there were always a couple more still home. (I have four)
Seeing that pic up there makes me sad too. My gosh, talk about no creativity...:(
Seeing that pic up there makes me sad too. My gosh, talk about no creativity...:(
Bec commented on 05-Feb-2011 11:24 PM
Hi Saffron, I remember when Tan went, Trav had to take him every morning for 2 weeks... While I would pack him up with a smile on my face and once he was out the door... I cried and cried!! It is really difficult handing your precious baby over for someone else to influence/ teach. Holidays are the best part of kids at school!! And sooooo much sewing to do... What's next on your to do list?? Hope to catch up soon, when's the next craft show we canto to?? Xxx cute pic BTW!! Xxx
Frockfarie commented on 05-Feb-2011 07:18 PM
Oh I still remember that first day. She looked just like your little one, brand new dress, bag and hat. It goes so quickly, my daughter just started class 3. Hope she had a good first day.
Toni Coward commented on 05-Feb-2011 01:25 PM
SO beautiful Saffron. She looks just adorable.
And super cute that you chose each others clothes.
Hope you adjust quickly
xxx
And super cute that you chose each others clothes.
Hope you adjust quickly
xxx
Ros commented on 05-Feb-2011 10:51 AM
Bless her. I hope she has a fabulous year in kindy. I was involved with our new kindies starting, one child cried. The parents? A whole other story.
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