Down the road and back to school

First day of school: Me and Mom

Wouldn't you know it ... I did it. Not even four yet, and I'm a pro at this back to school business. Watch out, world: Three mornings per week, with my apple name tag and bright blue tote, preschool is Where. It's. At.

I was surprised to learn that I'd be at school by myself. Dad explained this concept a few days before the start of my scholastic journey. I had expressed my excitement at all going to school together, to which Dad responded, "Ken," he said, "You can actually go to school by yourself. Dad, Georgia and Sam will drop you off, you'll go to school, and then we'll pick you up again when school's done."

Well, I had to mull this over. Sam and I are a packaged deal these days, and to go somewhere without him was slightly disconcerting. Near the end of the day, after a few sibling squabbles and a slight dip in Dad's kid-patience, I declared my position: "Dad," I said, "When I go to school by myself, I will miss you a little. But not too much."

Sibling support: Sam & Georgia

Now two weeks in, I reflect on that first day ... the first week, even ... and I'm struck with the a few notions:

1. Once in preschool, holding mom's hand is optional. Mom tried, for sure, to keep her grasp as we walked into school that first day, but I wiggled out of it and ran ahead of her --so thrilled was I to finally enter the world of academic bliss. 
2. Making friends is relatively straightforward. Say hello. Be ready to laugh. Share often. Abiding these principles has landed me a few amigos: Oliver, Decklin and Tilly. Together, we're figuring out this business of letters, numbers, turn-taking and sharing. So far so good.
3. New vocabulary abounds. I've learned new phrases, such as, "Oh my goodness gosh," and "After-when we do this, then we'll do that." I've also learned the importance of announcing when I have to go to the bathroom, so that my temporary absence is not misunderstood. I've carried all of these learnings home with me, and Sam appreciates the apprenticeship.

You're guaranteed updated reports as the weeks unfold. Until then, peace out, dear readers. School's in session, and it's time for me to shine.

Ken