School

Dear Mom,
This Saturday was Serena's 10th Birthday. We got her an iPod and she seems to like it. Tomorrow she is starting 5th grade! We met her teacher last week...I like her. She is the oldest teacher Serena has ever had but I don't think that's a bad thing. There are several girls in her class that she knows and likes. I think it will be a great year for her.

Jackson starts Kindergarten tomorrow. I am having a hard time believing it! I have butterflies in my stomach for him. We met his teacher last week, too. When we left the class Jackson said, "my teacher is nice." That was all I needed to hear! He looks so small in the big school. I'm grateful for the time I spent on the PTA board and the times I had to bring Jack along with me to Silver City. He is already familiar with the school and hopefully not so overwhelmed by it.

This week has been hard for me and I really couldn't put my finger on it until a few days ago. I kept feeling like I was missing something, forgetting to do something. It was your involvement I was missing. You are always so interested in the start of school and Serena's birthday. Always anxious to hear about the teachers, asking what sizes of clothes you can buy the kids, what gifts Serena would like this year. I miss that. It makes me wonder if Christmas is going to be just as hard.

I know you will be there tomorrow as the kids get on the bus and will walk with them at school tomorrow. Do me a favor, keep them safe. When Nick starts middle school in a few weeks, please walk with him, too. It is such a big step for all 3 of them. Thanks.

Love,
Anna