Baby boy no more

I had my heart broken just a little when my son wouldn’t let me kiss him good-bye at school a few weeks ago. As I leaned in for a kiss at the playground, he turned his head and whispered, “No mom.” I whispered back, “Why?” and he told me that he didn’t want anyone to see. I held it together and asked if I could give him a hug and he nodded yes. I walked away with me head high and no tears shed. To be honest I believe that up to that point I had missed maybe two mornings of school kisses. I remember last year when he used to cling to me and wanted/needed those kisses and exuberant hugs. I was a little bluesy that day. When I picked him up we talked about it. I asked if we could compromise on a kiss in the garage or at the car before I took him to the playground. He said ok. It was an okay, I’ll do this for you mom thing. I will take it. Before the day ended, I did shed a few tears because up to the day, my son has never refused my kisses. He doesn’t even hug me anymore before I leave. He stands there like a robot while I put my arms around him and without fail, tell him that I love him and to have a good day. Aw….I miss my baby’s sweet moments. I cherished them last year because I knew this moment would come but I can honestly say that my heart leaps into my throat just writing this and my eyes get that welling of unshed tears.

First grade seems to be going well for Eduardo. We had his first parent teacher conference and she said that he is doing well so far. He is open and participates in class. Big change from last year. I have noticed the maturity level from 5 to 6 is exponentially higher. I think he finally just gets it. We still do work at home, although less my work and more homework. However when he has an extra day off, I do make him do some from our workbook. I don’t want him to become lazy and I always keep my eye on the prize for him – college. I know that it is early to say that but that is my end goal and it is my job to groom him to know that college is his end goal for education.

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• Posted in: 1st grade age
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