A Double Edged Sword

As of this evening I only have 14 days of school left and only 8 of those days I have my children! This year has gone so quickly, I cannot believe it's going to be over. I've been completely drained and exhausted beyond belief between trying to be a mother, a wife, and a developmental preschool teacher of 80 different children. But, it's been so much fun but sadly our time is quickly ending.

Here's a brief overview of what my developmental preschool experience has looked like (hopefully my para's don't see this and want to kill me for posting pictures of them!)

Miss Kaleen in the reading corner

Our future artists

Miss Tami decked our during our Pirates Week

Don't touch the lava!!

Gardening in the sensory table - we learned about seeds, stems, leaves, spouts, and roots!

The children taking turns being Miss Kaleen in the Reading Corner!

Jefferson County Fire Dept came and presented to the children

Preschool is the only place it's actually OKAY to play in the flour and make huge messes!

I'm looking forwards to being at home for the summer with Bryson and our 11 month old daugther. It can be sad to come home and hear from the babysitter or even from Bryson the things she has done for the first time or things she has learned from other children (silly faces, copying noises and movements, beginning to walk, etc).

On the other hand I love my job and will miss the kids. I wish each of them luck - whether it's in kindergarten or another year in the preschool! We've made so many messes, broken so many toys, made so many owies feel better, and made great friendships.

They have taught me so much as well. Those important lessons we learn at the ages of 3, 4, and 5 are used on a daily basis even in adult lives.

• You don't always get what you want, even if you wait patiently or ask nicely.
• Not everyone wants to be your friend - it's just a fact of life. But we do need to treat each other with respect no matter what
• Secrets are hard to keep, especially when mom or dad says not to tell anyone.
• Girls can build with tools, run faster than boys, and be super heroes.
• Boys can push grocery carts, bath and dress dolls, and role play daddy.
• Sometimes we all need reminders.
• People respond best if you use their names - not hey you, teacher, stupid, you girl, or the short one.
• We all have a tender side.
• It's okay to cry.
• Ask before giving a hug, but if they say yes you know the hug will go both ways and both will enjoy it as much as the other. This is a true friendship hug