Mom finally gets to work

It's been five years since I last worked, and the time felt right when I accepted the position as Seton school's After School Program Director. I am opening the program from the ground up, & enjoying this mighty challenge to be successful. My first day was this past Monday, & who wouldn't love being in the same building as your child attends the worlds best preschool class. I was able to do tons of computer work, listened to music as I worked, was patted on the back numerous times, and was lucky to also catch glimpses of Ava being an independent little girl.

My family seems ok with this new transition. Ava gave me some sass on Monday morning when I reminded her of the help I was going to need from her every morning. Our "getting ready" routine would have to change. After sulking for half the morning, she suddenly decided helping & doing things herself rocked..."what else can I do, Mommy?" YAY!!!!! Watching her made me all warm & fuzzy. I'm so proud of who she is becoming, but, as so many Mom's know, it's also bitter sweet watching your children grow up.

Husband also gave me a little sass when I remind him I won't be able to do it alone anymore. He'll have to pick up Ava, he'll have to run her to swim lessons, he'll have to make some dinner sometimes, he'll have to leave work a little earlier a couple times a week.....GASP!!!! :) After a few grumbles, he's his usual charming, sarcastic self & says, ,"ok, no problem, I can do it all without complaining." Love him, but will I ever get a "no problem, I'd love to help" without the sarcasm!!?? I'm going with no. :)

This new chapter seems to be just what I need. I look forward to it's challenges, to earning my own money, & to making my family appreciate what I do around here a little more.... you see, the sarcasm is catchy around here.

The picture is Ava after she got herself dressed, made her bed, folded clothes to put away, brushed her teeth, helped pick out jewelry for me to wear, & finally, brushing her hair (which she hates). I think she pulled off a great look & was the best helper a Mommy could ask for...I think I forgot to tell her that & now feel like a bad mom... *sigh*.... will I ever get it right?