...or so I thought.
Part 1
Tyler started 8th grade two weeks ago. I've been waiting for the day when all four of my babies would be in school all day. It's a new milestone!
At first I was a little disappointed but then I realized, this is what it's like to have all four kids in school all day. There is still lots to be done, errands to run, friends to help, laundry and shopping to finish, etc...
We are a busy family, probably busier than we've ever been so now my days will be spent trying to catch up or get a head so we can spend as much family time together as we can.
Part 2
Tyler was at a different school last year for 7th grade but he made the choice to transfer this year to be in our school boundaries and be with the friends he goes to church with.
I have to say, this summer has been the best for him. He's made some really great friends that have gotten him out doing fun teen stuff. They are such good examples, I really love these kids. They have amazing parents and I truly believe they are an answer to prayer.
With Tyler at his new school we thought it would be great because he would be with all these new friends and he would fit right in. Sadly, that is not the case. It's only been two weeks and I know it will get better for him but for Tyler, he doesn't see the bigger picture and he feels a little lost. None of these great new friends have classes with him. He doesn't really know anyone and all his good friends have a different lunch than him. He's really struggling and wishes every day to be back at his old school.
It's hard to see him go through this but I know it will make him stronger. I love this boy and I'm excited for the journey he's on. Yay for back to school!
2 comments:
Ah, the Jr. High drama... I never imagined just how much your heart can ache for your kids when they go through these hard things. Sometimes I find myself getting impatient too, telling them that it's really not the end of the world. But then I have to remember the hurts and dramas of teen-hood, and it WAS a big deal, you know?
As for the busy-ness, if you want to have any times when you get those "quiet" moments, you will probably have to schedule them, and not let anything bump it. Otherwise, I guess just enjoy the fact that the errands and stuff get to be done kid-free! Which is a huge deal...
That sucks about Tyler. Isn't it funny how who is in their classes and lunch can make or break them. It definitely won't break Tyler but it is a definite hiccup in Jr. High.
As for business, I count myself as one of those neighbors you're ALWAYS helping so my thanks and apologies. You're the best neighbor ever!!!
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