A New Routine

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Kindergarten has gone well so far. It’s been a little exhausting figuring out how to get him home with so many kids here, and only one family vehicle right now, but with the help of some gracious neighbors we’re making it work!

I think the hardest thing for me is not knowing exactly what goes on during the morning. It’s so difficult to let go of the control over his education, but it’s also really good for both of us. And of course we’ll continue learning at home as well. I truly believe that the best thing a parent can teach is a love of learning.

The new routine has been great for us. We’ve been eating breakfast together as a family around the same time every day (since Dustin works late, our family time is in the morning). And since we have to be dressed and ready by the time Corban leaves for school, I’ve been able to get more done before H and P show up. Plus, Dustin has had some one-on-one time with Jackson before he has to leave for work.

I’ve started doing a morning activity with the younger ones while Corban is gone, and that’s going great as well. It’s something I’ve been wanting to do for a while, but now it just seems to fall into our schedule a little easier. A couple days a week we’re working with manipulatives like puzzles or stacking blocks, and the other days we’re doing art-related activities like painting, drawing, clay, or collage. The kids love it, and it’s been fun for me, too! And then Corban is home again before I have a chance to really miss him. (I think the half day is just as much for the sake of the moms!)

So, how is school going for you?