But now, after a restful summer I am ready to occupy this place again. I have missed writing and documenting the treasured moments in our lives. Of course it was also encouraging to hear from some of you that you missed this blog and it felt harder to stay in touch.
I haven't decided it if I want to catch up, or simply pick things up from here.
Either way, I am starting with today. Today marks Mateo's first day of preschool. He is attending a little Waldorf Preschool in town. (I can tell that his attendance will have me reflect back on my experience of Waldorf Education and my view on education today.)
Anyhow! After he gave his dad and sister a hug, telling his sister "Hab dich lieb" " I love you", I took him to school. His teacher had already visited his home and he had been to his school a couple of times before and he was looking forward to his "new" school.
We arrived and he calmly took my hand for a little reassurance. As soon as we came to the garden he found the hammock and began swinging. After a little while I walked over to him and asked him if he wanted to have a little tea with me now and eat something? (We had talked about this part of the morning drop off routine). He said "Nein, Ich moechte noch mehr schaukeln. Du kannst jetzt gehen, Mama." "No, I want to swing more. You can go now, Mom." He put his little arms around my neck, gave me a big kiss and said "Tschuess!" "Bye!"
I smiled at him and felt so happy for my little boy, his confidence and growing independence. I let the teacher know that he had said his good bye and I was off. Leaving as a proud mama.
Tonight I feel grateful for my little boy, for his sweetness and exuberant energy.
Now as he slumbers next to me... sweet dreams little school boy.
Your Mama
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