My son started kindergarten the other day. I’m happy for him, and he’s getting out and playing with other kids and such. We’re hoping it helps his lil’ poop issue and get’s things moving along ;) which would be awesome. But it’s so lonely without him here.
I’m used to someone being here (the midget) and having him bug me and the television was always on (I have it turned off ’cause there isn’t anything on). I mean it’s nice to have my alone time. I can play WoW, blast music, but there’s just a feeling of emptiness. Silence isn’t always golden. :( I guess I’ll get used to it since he’ll be gone every day. And the walking him to and from school every day will do me some good too in the weight loss department. 
Gotta lose the baby weight…
I don’t know how you other moms do it, seriously.
Man, I cannot WAIT until my two are in kindergarten! Alyssa’s birthday is in October, so she missed the cut-off for kindergarten this year. But I do have her in preschool — she’ll be going three days per week as of this coming Monday, and Ryan will be going four days per week. Whoo hoo!
Enjoy.
Let yourself feel the lonliness. You need to process it, in order to later appreciate the periodic FREEDOM!
Another Jeni
Aw, this is so cute. Enjoy the time you have for yourself, you deserve it for all of your hard parenting work! And have fun playing WoW, blasting music and dancing around in your underwear. Oh wait, that’s me.
Hi. It took me some time to get used to the silence; some days it was deafening. However after that first wave of loneliness subsided, I then focused on things that I like doing or goals that I wanted to achieve. I too was a bit heavy, so I started by giving myself the opportunity for a walk every day right after I dropped my daughter off at school; I was also able to catch up on some reading and believed it or not I’m now learning French!
Hang in there. You’ll overcome the initial feeling and soon the liberation will set in.
You’ll get used to it, and in time, you’ll start cherishing it. *nod* It’ll be odd at first, but trust me – having me-time is coolness in a box once you get used to it.
Well congrats to your son and enjoy your well deserved holiday! I find that when i start to feel adrift, I just need to head outside. There is something about the wind, air, sky… It gets me right again!
My youngest has just started PreK. This is the first time in over 20 years that I have been home alone for any regular time. I have been struggling also. It is weird not having my “best friend” always at my side! My house is much cleaner though!
I don’t know how I do it either LOL My 4th youngest (I have 6) started Kindergarten this year. You’d think I’d have this down by now, but it’s still as nerve-wracking as the first!
I like the new look. I remember waiting forever for my sons to go to Kindergarten and then being sad when it was finally time. Now my oldest is in middle school, so he has a very long day. It was strange having activities that didn’t involve the kids, but now I really enjoy it.
Kiddo started Kindergarten this fall too and the hardest part was when I asked her what they did at school she said “stuff” and did she make and friends “yes” and what did you do today “played”. I am sooo out of the loop now.
I am not looking forward to the day my daughter goes to school. 2 more years…
Thank you for your comment. I hope you read the book (your son would love it!) before you see the movie (in case it’s lame).
Awe – I’m sure it’s wearing on you, missing your midget :( My good friend went through the same thing when she sent her first little guy off to school. Luckily it was his “pre-school” days so it didn’t have too much of an impact on him that half way through the year, she decided to try her hand at home schooling because she missed him so much! After that half year (and I’ll give her an A+ for dedication) she decided to give school another try and they both did so much better the second time around! Definitely do something for yourself though, it may make you feel better
Congrats to your son for going to kindergarten. I bet most of us can agree that K-6 was probably the best school years of our lives. Heh heh. I’m sure he’s enjoying himself in school and you should too, playing WoW sounds like a fun way to enjoy some free time.
Yes, its hard at first, but you’ll soon treasure your time alone and love him more when he’s around
I can’t wait for my son to start playschool next year! I know what you mean, I’ll miss him terribly, but I’m also looking forward to some time alone with the baby.
Jenny— Thank you so much for stopping by my blog. I thought I was totally the only person in the world that says “spiffy”! I am so excited you do to! I love how detailed and animated your blog is- looks awesome! I hope you have a great week!
Jodi
It really is strange when they start to grow up. Makes you realize how precious time really is.
Thanks for stopping by and glad you enjoyed my blog.
My youngest is now in preschool a couple of mornings a week while my older boys are at school. You’re right, those first few days were so quiet!
[cue sound of crickets chirping]
But, after a couple of weeks, I have managed to fill the time. Imagine that! (Still working on the baby weight, too, BTW.) This is my first visit to your blog, and I’ll surely be back. Hope the adjustment to more ‘me-time’ goes well for you. ;D
- Julia at Midwest Moms
Good to hear that you have a few hours of quiet time daily. Silence helps me compose my mind and assimilate all the things that I experienced the previous day.
Looking for ways to do while your son’s in school — how about doing yoga?
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LoL Clean house is good. Mine doesn’t always stay clean though, unfortunately.