It's The Most Wonderful Time of The Year.....NOT!

As back to school jingles dominate the commercials and half crazed moms play tug of war over sale priced pencil cases, I am preparing to return to work. I know many families are eagerly anticipating their young students returning to school. I am not one of them. Despite a slightly rocky start, as my youngest adapted to life outside of school, it has been an exceptional summer with my kids. I have thoroughly enjoyed day trips to local museums, conservations areas and parks. I have happy memories of picnics with friends and two successful camping trips. We play board games and card games 'til our hearts' content and read several great chapter books at bedtime.

Tomorrow marks the beginning of Grade Five for my daughter and Grade Two for my son. Both are excited and anxious for 'one more sleep' to pass and for Tuesday to dawn bright and sunny. As I drop them off at the sitter's and continue on to work, my thoughts will be firmly fixed on my kids. They made this summer so much fun. I am going to miss them.