Such Is Life

Just Keep Swimming

I know the things that are constant sources of stress in my life right now won’t always exist. It is going to get easier; I am sure of that. I just wish I knew exactly when so that I could countdown on the the calendar or something.

I guess the good news is that each day has the potential to be the day when we get our breakthrough. Just thinking about that gives me hope, but sometimes it’s hard to be patient - not that I have any choice. As Dory would say, “Just keep swimming…” Eventually, we will get there.

We Made It

Several months ago, I posted about how my older daughter was starting Pre-K, and I wasn’t sure I’d be good at having a kid in school after being used to having both kids with me on our own schedule all the time and not really having to deal with people.

Well, last night she graduated Pre-K with flying colors, and I could not be more proud. And I managed to get her through the school year without having a breakdown myself. This is cause for celebration! Although, I admit that I was teetering there at the end. I’m so tired and can’t wait to be able to sleep in a little later in the mornings, or at the very least, not have to leave the house so early.

The official last day of school for her is tomorrow, and as excited as I am about having a break, it’s also a little bittersweet. We’ve made some great friends (including her teacher) who I am sure we will still see outside of school from time to time, but it still feels so final. Bigger and better things are ahead, though (like Kindergarten!), and I’m excited to see what the future brings.