And She's Off....

Today was the big day.
I'm a proud Mama of a first grader.

There have been lots of smiles around here this morning.

And a few tears.

This house is too quiet today.

I feel lonely without my little friend.

I am not quite sure what to do with myself.

Neither is a certain 9 month old who keeps calling out for her sister when we pass by her bedroom.

I am reminding myself  to savor the present.

To marinate in the the joy of the moment.

If I continue to look back on what was, I will miss all the blessings that are here right in front of my very eyes.

Today.

Now excuse me please,
I have a sweet baby waiting to play peek-a-boo.