How do I feel about going back? I most definitely have mixed emotions, but in general, I feel excited about getting back into the working world. I absolutely love being a teacher -- it is a huge part of who I am and I have missed that part of me for the past eight months. I have spent many hours this month planning and preparing and it has felt wonderful to get back into the groove of things.
I also feel at ease about returning to teaching because over the past month or so, Maelyn has made huge progress when it comes to being okay with being separated from her Mama. We have worked really hard on 'proper goodbyes' -- telling her where I am going and that I will be back -- and she now feels very comfortable with and trusts that I will be back. Our little miss can now hug and kiss me goodbye and then trot off to play without showing any signs of distress. Sooooo much better than when she would scream and basically lose her mind if I left the house. I now know that she will feel more than comfortable with Paul all day long and that makes me feel relieved and able to move forward.
Paul will be staying home with Maelyn until the end of the school year. What a wonderful way to transition back into the working world -- I don't have to drop her off at daycare or start a new routine at home. I am excited for Paul -- he is a fantastic Daddy and he is really looking forward to the time they are going to get to spend together. They are going to have a blast! As a family, we are now going to be able to spend more time together. I get home so much earlier than Paul ever would, which means that we can do more as a family of three.
Have I convinced you yet?? I am ready to go back, right?!
I will miss seeing that laughing, smiling face all day long. I will miss being present for all of her 'firsts' and her new accomplishments.
A new chapter begins....wish me luck! :)
Playing with Mama's make-up...
4 comments:
Luck, my friend! It'll be ok! And how wonderful that Paul is able to stay home with her. Great on so many levels.
Look at how big she is now - and I still haven't met her :( Life sure has been racing along, hasn't it?
I'm sure the kids will be thrilled to have you back!
*hugs*
Wow, Jan! Best of luck! And enjoy every minute - won't the end of the day be such a reward when that little gal comes running into your arms? (and holy. that photo - she has changed SO much since Christmas!)
So happy for you, for Paul and for little miss - you're right...another exciting chapter begins!
Lianne
xoxo
never mind you going to school -- look at that picture of Maelyn -- she looks so big -- like her JK/SK picture -- oh my.
hope it went well yesterday -- I know you must be exhausted --
the break is a few days away -- welcome to the life as the working mom. :)
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