“No more pencils. No more books. No more teachers’ dirty looks!”
Can you believe it’s September already??
For many, September symbolizes new beginnings, a renewed focus, setting fresh intentions, and adjusting to change.
But this September feels different for me.
Tomorrow marks the start of a new school year, here in Ontario, that is, and today, I find myself sitting with a mix of emotions.
This is the first September in nearly 25 years, where none of our kids will be heading off to class. From preschool to post-grad, we’ve lived through over two decades of first-day jitters, anxiety, excitement, new backpacks, endless school supply runs, and jam-packed schedules.
Today feels bittersweet.
There is pride in seeing how far all 3 of my kids have come and joy in watching them flourish as they step full force ahead into building their careers. There is relief in no longer having to navigate assignment deadlines or manage chaotic schedules. There is also a deep sense of nostalgia in my heart today because back-to-school season always seemed to set the tone for the coming year – a fresh beginning filling the air.
Perhaps today is a gentle reminder that with every ending comes the possibility for something new.
As we move into this next chapter, I am carrying gratitude for the memories, pride in the journey, and a curiosity for what lies ahead, not only for my children, but for me, too.
Who knows? Maybe this year, the fresh start belongs to me.
As we step into September, what new beginnings are you embracing?
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