School has started

It is Day 3 since school started for M. She was really excited on the first day as she went about hugging and exploring. I could see she realized that this was meant to be yesterday, from her resigned look as new kids in her class were wailing about. She was enlisted as the 'older' helper to calm them down and she did quite well, I noticed. Today, I pull into the parking lot and as I open the van door to get her out, I see her wiping her eyes. I ask her if all is well and she replies 'Its ok Amma, these are happy tears!' My baby is growing up for sure :(

The kid is still making me smile....

I had said to myself I would jot down what M says to me, so I can look back and smile someday in the future. I slacked. So I am trying to get back at it again...and here's one for my record...

Last week I had a minor fall and injured my tailbone quite badly. I guess at my age, all falls should be considered major :) It hurt a lot, esp. after a day, and I was seen hobbling around the house to quiet amusement of the family. So when D asked me to look at something that would take me up the stairs, I suggested it be brought down to me, as I was nursing a 'broken butt'. My 4-year old nearby looked at me with this grin on her face and said, 'Amma, you know the broken butt has a name, it is called butt crack'. I was in pain and shock at the same time!

He is in....

It felt good to watch the inauguration and ceremonies that followed with the girls. I thank my job for giving me the day off to do so. We were so involved that I was even corrected by my 4 year old later in the day that he is now rightfully Prez Obama.
The part of the speech that really got to me, was the inclusive statement by Obama of all religions and the world as a whole. I really felt like I belonged after a very long time.
And there is enough being said about Michelle Obama. I loved the confidence and ease she showed. I am happy to have such a role model for my kids. Her choice of clothes and the designers she chose from, really what a statement! J. Crew outfits for the girls, now that is a sensible mom, wouldn't you think? My fashion conscious teenager agreed too!
Wish you all, the best.