Maelie starts school tomorrow and I'm not ready for my baby to go. I don't think I would be this way if it was only half day, but it's ALL day. On Sunday we walked to her school so we could take these pictures. Tons of questions and concerns flooded my mind. Will people be nice to her? Will she be nice to everyone? Did we teach her enough for her to make right choices? Will her feelings get hurt? Will she eat her lunch? Will she be able to tie her own shoes? Will she be tired because she's not used to all day stuff? Most importantly, will she be SAFE? With all the scary things happening in schools today, you just can't help being a little apprehensive, no matter where you live.
When we got to the school, DJ stopped and reality hit him. She really is growing up and a new stage in her and our life is starting. Maelie will be going to a school about a mile from our home. It is K-8 graders, but the Kindergartners don't see the 8th graders much.
she is as excited as ever as you can see. i asked her if she was nervous. her reply was, "what's nervous mean?" I then asked if she was afraid to go to school. Her matter-of-fact reply was "no". I guess it's just the parents. She's definitely ready, which helps me feel better about it.
The school is very old. It was erected in 1927 and looks kind of looming especially at night. I think it's kind of cool looking. Very different from the school I went to. I remember when my elementary school built another bldg that had two stories!!!! We were all amazed and wanted to go up the stairs. 
At the school, the kids have to wear uniform. they have to wear blue pants, skirt or jumper with a white collared shirt. 
At least we know one thing for sure. If there were a nuclear war, she would be in the right place. The school has a fallout shelter sign on it.
She's so little and the school's so big! We met her teacher and she was very nice. Maelie has some friends in the ward that will be in her class. I know she'll have a lot of fun and then Mom won't be so cool anymore. I might even pass for boring. :( You have to let them go sometime, right?
A view of the school from across the street.
There isn't a playground here. They have a paved area where the kids can play with balls, jumpropes, hopscotch, four square and other games they imagine up on their own. I'm not too worried about that. I know she'll run around and get energy out. Kids can play anywhere. She'll probably become a great jump roper. Maybe she'll learn double dutch and then she can teach me. So tomorrow's the big day! It's also my birthday so we'll see how I do. At least I have my boys to hang out with all day, but I know they'll miss her too.
DJ gave her a father's blessing after FHE. (he also gave Garrett and myself one). Maelie really seemed to like getting one.
Writing this all out has helped a ton with my nerves. I know Maelie will be able to sleep tonight, I hope I can! to sum up my emotions: excited, scared, nervous, happy, and sad. Can you feel all those things at the same time? We will really miss our little girl and sister.
4 comments:
Debbie--It's all good.All day Kindergarten seems long, but I really think that Maggie is at the top of her class because she had full day compared to everyone else who had half day. Now that Audrey is in kindergarten--half day--i almost wish that she was there full day sp she would have the benefits that Maggie had. Shawmont is safe--i guess, --they do lock the doors that is. And it's ok if you cry on her first day--I did! You'll soon get used to it!
I can't believe she is old enough for school! Where has the time gone? What an awesome school though.
How exciting and scary! I am sure she will be fine and you will get used to it eventually! I hope you had a great birthday and things are going well in Philly.
Such a BIG day! How did it go? I know it will be tough, but you'll all adjust. Maelie will do great! Hope you had a great birthday, too!
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