Brandon My Buddy

My youngest, Brandon started preschool this school year.

On his 1st day (pictured below) he told me,

"Mom, I think I'm a little taller today."

I think you're right, Brandon.

You are a little TALLER.

I'm glad he can go to preschool.

It didn't make me sad to send my youngest off,

in fact I even felt a little giddy,

at having a couple hours to myself each week.

Something that I haven't had in many years.

His preschool is only for 2 days for a couple of hours.

He's still with me a lot everyday.

To be really honest,

having him home by myself this year, has been hard.

Having just 1 is just as challenging as having 3+ kids at home.

**SURPRISE!**

His neighbor friends and cousin have started kindergarten.

Playdates are hard to find.

He wants me to play with him all day,

and I've played a lot of candy land, cars,

trains, and crafts over and over and over.

The dishes, laundry, cooking, and house chores are always undone,

and I feel behind.

I'm always amazed at our different challenges, with each season of life.

They always pass.

I know I need to enjoy the moments more.