The day has finally come, I was anticipating something much more dramatic, but I'm so glad that it wasn't. Kyrie and I talked about her first day quite a bit so that she wouldn't be scared, and I think that she did rather well all things considered. We missed back to school night because we were in Ut, so everything was very new to her. Only a few tears welled up, but were soon gone as she talked to her new teacher.
It was very strange not to have her around all day. A little too quiet! Brielle played by herself most of the day while I caught up on a few things.
Sad thing was after she came home, I felt my heartstrings tug a bit as I realized that she was different somehow, more grown up, more mature. She wasn't just my little Kyrie anymore, little by little, she's going to have to face her own battles, and I can't always be there to protect her. It seems silly, I know, but we all get to learn this lesson sometime. It was just a bit abrupt for me. All I can do is try and be there for my children as much as possible, and hopefully they will figure out the rest. It was a big, big day.
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Wow! What a big day... Kyrie looks so adorable and I must say she looks SO grown up! Why do they all have to be in such a crazy hurry to grow up so fast? None of my children are listening to me when I tell them there's no big hurry... Great job being such a cute Mom, Em. You are adorable. We love you all so much. Love, Quie
The thing to remember is that little by little we have to let them go. They are going to continue to gain more responsibility and become more independant. It is actually what we want to happen. We want them to eventually go out on their own and do this exact same routine with their own children. It is a sign, belive it or not, of great parenting that Kyrie was able to go to school and do well. Not just well, excellent. Be happy that you are a great Mom that has enabled Kyrie with tools that allow her to be a great kid, person, and big girl. You have given her a amazing gift! Congratualtions on your "first" of many "firsts"!
I totally understand! I remember when Sophie went to kindergarten it was hard to share her with the teacher! I felt like the teacher got so much time with my sweet girl and I realized how important it was for me to be at the "crossroads" for her. It's really hard how fast they grow up! You are an awesome mommy Emily! Congrats to Kyrie on this big step in her life!:)
Wow, I can only imagine how you feel. It is a big step for both of you. Luckily I won't have to go through that for at least 4 more years. Time will go by quickly though. Kyrie is just growing up fast. I still remember when I first met you all and Kyrie was still a baby.
Oh, it's so hard when they grow up! She looks adorable.
i hear you. it's a hard one, letting them go off without you, trusting that they'll be ok and make good choices. and the house does get quiet with one missing.
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