Gabby Goes To School

Yesterday was the first day of Gabby's last year in preschool. I can't believe that kindergarten is looming in the near future. It seems just like yesterday when I was saying I how glad I was that my newborn was born in September, because it's almost like getting another free year with her at home. Although she will be five is less than a month, it feels good to know she is still my baby that I get to enjoy for one more year!!!
The first day was a smooth transition for her, I am not sure I can say the same for myself and Alex. The last picture was taken only moments before his big meltdown about having to leave Gabby's classroom and the cool car toys in it. I think time stopped as his piercing screams were heard all the way out of the building with all eyes on us. I couldn't have gotten out of there fast enough! Then once we were home, which is only five minutes away, I went about my daily chores and business at home. But, somehow, there was a huge void without Gabby there. Alex didn't know what to do with himself without having his sister to follow around, so he just followed me instead. It was sort of a lonely morning for the both of us. But pick-up time soon came and Gabby was happy with her day. I even had a small surprise on her bed waiting for her when she came home, the new Little Mermaid movie. This is tradition I am afraid that I started for every first day. But, she was so thrilled to know I missed her while she was away. She told me, "I was worried about school, but not anymore." It was good to hear her say those words.