Glimpse of things to come!

The week of June 27, I had all three kids in camp from 8:30 to 12:30. It was strange to have that much time to myself and I had grand illusions of all that I would accomplish. But I did finally have a mammogram, see the dentist, and a development summary meeting on Lucy (more on that later) walk the dogs, clean out their rooms, and just sit in my quiet house. I also gave myself time to just sit in a coffee shop and write / type, a luxury I've been thinking of for many years.

It was a glimpse of things to come - next year (7 weeks from now) they will all be in school 3 days a week from 9-2 and Lorna will be in school 5 days a week from 8:30 - 3. It is such a bittersweet feeling to watch them spread their wings and venture further and farther from my nest. I am glad that I kept Lucy home with me this year and Lorna in just a half day kindergarten. We've all bonded. Lucy has learned to feel safe at home and still have the young stay at home experience that Lorna and Kai have had - gymnastics, music together, library story time, parks, play dates, etc. And both Lucy and Kai (especially Lucy) are now very ready for school. Better older than younger for school and academics, I believe.

I am in mile 25 of the marathon and am making the most of each day with these precious children in this most amazing chapter of our lives.