Only that my one and only baby boy is no longer a baby and entering school for the first time. He was sooo brave and didn't need my help at all. He was up and having breakfast by 7am and talking away excitedly about going to school. He washed his face, brushed his teeth, had his Daddy do his hair and then put on his clothes he chose the night before. He found his backpack (which i put a spare change and sports shoes in incase he sweats and sorts) and then we were ready to walk him to the bus stop around the corner. It was nice to see a few other kids waiting there with their parents as well. As soon as the bus arrived, off he went, turned around, waved goodbye to Mummy only (poor daddy) LOL and yelled out "byeeee Mommmmm" and turned around and dissappeared into the bus.
My husband and I walked to school and met the bus when it arrived. He got off and I asked if he wanted me to walk him to his class and he put up his hand and said "No Mum, I know where my classroom is, I can do it myself"!!!!! I got teary-eyed not because of what he said, but because he was very brave and strong and independent and didn't need me to baby him every step of the way. My boy is a big boy now and doesn't need mum as much as he use to. I am so proud of him.
I had to follow him anyways because I had a few forms for the teacher and I let him go ahead while I trailed behind slowly not to get in his way. He walked right in, found his seat, put his backpack on the back of his chair and started doing whatever the other kids where doing (i think drawing and colouring in). He did not look back to say goodbye which meant it was time to leave him be.
I can't wait to hear all about his first day when he gets home in a few hours.
How was your first day at school for your children? especially those starting school for the first time?
[question posted by maddysmommy]
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My "baby" is 14 years old and starting high school today. The only Catholic high school is in another town so the bus ride is probably more than half an hour long with the stops it has to make along the way. She had to catch the bus at 7:15, be there five minutes before, so needless to say I did not see my baby off to school. I wasn't even awake when she left! The bus schedule said she would be dropped off at 4:30, which doesn't make sense since she gets out of school at 2:30 so we'll just have to wait and see. My other baby is entering grade six and was anxious to get back to school and her friends. I was babysitting a little girl for a bit this morning (just this one time I hope) and my daughter was playing with her. Then she stood up and said, "I have to go to school now." And off she went. Both girls had their lunches decided on last night. My high schooler is a little worried about being nerdy. "Do I carry my bag to class with me?" "Do I bring a lunch or buy at the cafeteria?" "I don't want to bring anything with High School Musical on it in case it's not cool." LOL! Won't be long now before my girls will be walking through that front door fighting for my attention, and with loads of papers to fill out! [patgalca]
Actually i was at work when my kids left for school today.I did get a chance to talk with them on the phone this morning before they left.My oldest is in middle school this year and my other two are in the 4rd and 6th grade.They will be home soon.I know that I will be signing tons of papers and thats for sure.I really can't wait to hear about my oldest first day at middle school.She is very excited because she has a few honor classes. [disvachic]
You have a big boy now and he was very brave.:) Did he have a good day? I think it's so sweet to see kids on their first day of school. They always seem to be so excited. [Flight84]
He had a GREAT day thanks Flight. I had so many questions to ask him as soon as he got off the bus and all he had to say was "it was great mum" and i left it at that. He was too tired to talk about it. During the afternoon I would ask him a question here and there and all he kept saying was "I can't remember". He must of been very exhausted from all the excitement. I am just happy that he enjoyed it as much as I thought he would. He is one little brave boy! [maddysmommy]
Hi maddysmommy, I know by now he is back home, and was pretty tired and excited, and you've heard all about his day. As you know all 6 of mine are adults, but I relived their first day, through your eyes, it was always like that. And I remember the feeling like you've been punch in the stomach. Proud of them, but a loneliness, because you know your baby's growing up, and this is not only the start of school, but his new independence in life. Bless mommy, it's the hardest on her :) [Heavensent53]
Hooraaaaay, you did it. I am so proud of you. You let him go, good mommy. Don't worry, he will need you now more than ever for homework, packing lunches, PTA. Believe me, this is just another phase in his life. A boy never outgrows his mother. [Rozie37]
You have to let him date, mother. Please don't be like my mom who threatened to go on our dates with us. If she had lived, I know she would have, LOL. [Rozie37]
Well, these are dangerous times, so for me worrying about an attack is the main issue I have about the first day of school. [rogue13xmen13]
my son is due to start school next year. due to his mild disabiliy (might have autism) I am so scared for him. I dont know how other kids will react to him and if he is going to cope well. when he went to child care the whole thing set him back a lot because of the fear of been left alone, of kids not wanting to play with him (plus they forgot to take him to the toilet almost every day so he would hold it for 6-7 hours) and forgot to feed him many times (as he was in a group with 4-5 year olds and he was 3 and they were able to go in the toilet on their own and get their bag when hungry on their own). so now I have every reason to be scared of how he is going to act and react. [violeta_va]
He would be going to a suport program the first year so we hope he would have time and help to fit in. [violeta_va]
Oh honey - I remember those feelings last year when my youngest started school - we were so emotional and she was so independant and loved every last minute of it! Mind you we are just around the corner from school and they don't have to go on a bus so I didn't have to worry about that! Don't worry about him needing you less - they just need you differently - my eldest is 14 and needs my love and support more now than he did when he was 5! I do hope that your lovely son enjoyed school and continues to do so! Hugs xxx [mummymo]
Thanks mummymo. He did enjoy his first day and came back tired and exhausted from having so much fun. He made a friend by the name of Michael and he kept saying, i hope my friend Michael is there at school tommorrow :) We actually only live 5 minutes away from the school but they encourage the kids to use the bus, so my son wanted to ride the yellow bus instead of me walking him to school (brave boy i tell ya). I am proud of him for getting through his first day, and i am very relieved and now I can breathe and relax a little. [maddysmommy]
Things here for the first day of school were fine. My daughter just started grade 4...so this is nothing new for me :) I do have to say tho...when she was little I think I was more nervous and upset than she was!!! I did walk her to school in the morning just so that she was comfortable and knew where she was going. I think she was more worried about not knowing where to line up and where her class room was...so Mama went to make sure all was taken care of!!! Now my son starts Kindergarten next year....whole other story there!!! LOL [Mamaof2]
I was trying to convince my son at first that I would walk him to school and find out all that he needed to know to get to school by bus and sorts but he was brave enough and wanted to try the school bus first. A few mothers in my apartment block thought I was a little insane for letting him catch the bus on his own LOL We did meet him at the school but he was confident enough to find his room and all. I know what you mean though as I wanted to make sure he was able to find everything he needed just for my own curiosity and sanity, kinda making sure my son was safe and wouldn't get lost. [maddysmommy]
This September would be considered my daughters 4th year going to school, even though she's only six. She spent to years in a play school before going to big school and every year I feel exactly the same way. Always wondering if there's going to be a few tears. And being a nervous wreck all day waiting till she gets home. My son is starting play school next Monday and its his first time. But I'm not as nervous about him going as I was with my daughter. He seems to be much more independant. [slarkin71]
I have no kids yet! but I envy you being a good mom and proud to your son!You are amazing mom! I can tell how happy you are being a mother.Take care my friend! [subrecary]
Thank you subrecary, that means a lot! I love being a mommy (most times LOL) [maddysmommy]
Thanks my dear friend for a very touching storry I can soo picture it for me and feel the pride and somehow sadness you feel. Actually you got tears running down my chin while i was reading. I love your discussions coz they are a piece of you :) Hugz. I think what is contributing to my tears is the fact that i never heard of my daughter before she was 16 and though she now lives with me, there is so many things we have missed together, 1st day of school being one of them :( [kimthedane]
Well she's been back living with me for a month now and it sure aint easy going. Actually i was thinking of posting a new discussion about this, but will wait till i have 500 responses and can copy and paste the links to the old discussions, if that is not a violation of the bloody rules :( [kimthedane]
My son started the school in this september. I could not sleep the night before. I am very proud of him too. He received a lot of stars alredy. (And he is the only from the class who received alredy 2 superstars for his job) wow!! There is alredy a little girl who is in love with him :D Anyway he does not like the school very much. He waits for the weekend all the week :) [Dolcerina]
Awww that is great :):) My son is enjoying school very much and can't wait for the weekend to be over. He is actually home today because of the flu and he was not happy about that :) thanks for responding dolcerina! [maddysmommy]
My daughter too surprised me with her first day of Kindergarden I was worried, she has always stayed home with me so no pre school or daycare. I had to walk her into her class because we were about 5 minutes late due to the fact that our car was stollen in the middle of the night. So I walked her in and explained to the teacher why we were a few minutes late he was very understanding. She found her seat and put her backpack on the chair and came up to me (with her face blushing) Ok mom go I will see you after school! I said alright and asked for a hug and kiss she gave me a half hug and told me now go!! So I turned away from her and headed for the door, and there came the tears! I didnt even make it out of the door. Her grandma my ex's mom who had brought me to drop her off due to my car being stolen said wow you already done I said yes she hurried me away! I was soo proud and yet so sad because it was just yet another sign that shes growing up =( [BinKsBaBy]
Awwww no sorry to hear about your car being stolen. That would of added lots of stress on you and then having to get your daughter ready for her first day. She sounds so grown up alright and very very brave. Congratulations on her first day and I hope she is enjoying school like my son is. [maddysmommy]
Perhaps there's this self-conscious feeling, I hope it went well for your son. [iloveviolence22]