Ah, the sweet relief of no one yammering incessantly about volcanic eruptions, portals, or mysterious realms. The long-anticipated back-to-school season is finally here. Honestly, as much as I grumbled about being cooped up with my kids during the lockdown, the final stretch of summer was surprisingly delightful.
I must admit, I’m just as shocked as anyone. Who knew I could actually revel in family time? My kids have transformed into quite the entertaining duo, and miraculously, they didn’t get on my nerves nearly as much as I expected. By the time the first day of school rolled around, I felt unusually calm and ready.
Armed with the endless supply list, I braved back-to-school shopping for trendy outfits, secured new backpacks and lunch boxes, found appropriate gym clothes, and even acquired combination locks for their lockers. When I managed to get everyone—myself included—out the door on time, I felt a wave of pride wash over me. I was a superhero of motherhood, at least until I stepped onto the porch.
As I surveyed the neighborhood, my confidence shattered. Parents were out in droves, happily documenting their kids’ first day of school, while my neighbor had set up an elaborate photo shoot right across the street.
Crap, I thought, realizing I had forgotten to snap any pictures. After five years of school, I questioned whether I really needed more first-day photos. But then reality hit; I couldn’t let the “good parents” of the world one-up me this year. Unfortunately, I had already locked the front door with my phone inside, and I couldn’t risk ruining my perfect timing.
In a moment of desperation, I turned to my daughter and declared, “Hand over your phone! I need a picture of you and your brother on the first day.” She promptly handed it over, and the two gathered on the steps, ready to immortalize this moment.
“Say cheese!” I urged. My son, however, decided it was the perfect time to make a series of scowling faces, rendering my efforts to capture a lovely photo futile.
The silver lining? I did manage to get a picture, albeit not the one I envisioned. Because what kind of mom would forget to commemorate the first day of school?
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In summary, the first day of school can be chaotic, but it’s essential to embrace the moments, even if they don’t turn out as planned.
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