Good Bye Summer (sniff, sniff)

I am super sad that the end of my maternity leave has officially come to an end. I never thought this day would arrive. I feel so blessed that I have had almost 7 months raising our beautiful daughter, watching her grow and change, and loving her more and more each and every day. I know my job as a mommy is never over and I am not "going" anywhere, but I still feel horrible knowing that I won't be able to be with her every day. I know in my heart that going back to work is the best for both of us but it still hurts. I also know that Miss Anne is going to be wonderful for Brooklyn. She is going to love playing with the other girls every day, I just feel bad for leaving her.

Honestly, I have so many mixed emotions about school. I LOVE teaching and know I am going to love it once I am back in the swing of things, it is just hard right now. Knowing I am the kind of teacher that always gives 110 percent, I have set a goal for myself this year to try to balance work and home. I think that will be a challenge at first, but I am determined to make it work. My classroom is ready, the kids are excited to come, and my nerves are definitely getting the best of me tonight. I am sure I won't sleep well...

Here are some of my favorite pics from the summer of our dearest Brooklyn.

I love you honey! I hope you have a great time at Miss Anne's tomorrow. Please forgive me for having to work. I will think of you all day long! I can't wait to see your smiling face when I come to pick you up!

I love you, I love you, I love you!!!!!