It seems like only yesterday when I
held her little hand, walked her up the steep hill, and then let her
go with, well, essentially a stranger. And now, I am a little
reluctant to let that former stranger, now beloved teacher, return my
child back to me.
Ah... summer vacation... days off for
little ones (and big ones), but more work for mom. It is once again
my job to entertain her.
I love spending time with my daughter,
but I also enjoy and need my time, alone, away from her. Sometimes my
ears just need a break (my little one is, as my husband likes to call
her, a “constant stream of consciousness”).
I am so going to miss my morning breaks
when I can do things like clean, go grocery shopping, have some peace
and quiet, stare at Youtube videos, and yes, even occasionally blog!
At least I am better prepared for it
this year. We signed her up for three weeks of camp, spaced
throughout the summer (one at the beginning, middle, and end). Last
year, I was still booking her for August camps in July (late July)...
And, I am smart, or evil; I put her favourite camp (ballet) last,
so that I have something to threaten her with during these long
months... the 'if you do not behave, I am going to cancel ballet
camp!'
I think camp will be good for both of
us. I like the idea that she will meet new friends, and maybe even
learn something; and being away from me should hopefully help ease
the shock of going back to school in September.
And for me, I think camp will allow me
to keep my sanity, and would probably make me a happier, less bitchy
mommy, which should make everyone happy.
Now.... how many days are there left
until September....
What are your summer plans?
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