Day 270: School Improvement and Elmo Changes

Little Buddy had school today.  Although he is still sad at drop off, he seems to be having a better year so far than last year.  Today, for example, he excitedly told me about school during our drive there.  He seemed very happy and ready to go.  Then, once we got there and walked down the hall to his classroom, he started to slow down.  Once we were in sight of his door, he held onto my leg and started to whimper.  Thankfully, he will go to his teacher alright, but it is always after a teary goodbye kiss with me.  I got out of sight after our goodbye and checked in the window a few moments later and saw that he had already recovered and was busy at the play kitchen. Such a quick recovery and a near willingness to go is a vast improvement over last year.

No matter how sad our goodbyes are, the memory of them is always erased when I go to pick him up.  He sees me and then runs towards me with the biggest smile, crashing into my open arms.  "Back together hugs" are the best.

Even though he had barely napped at school, Little Buddy steadfastly refused any extra rest when we got home.  We played for a bit and then it was time for some Sesame Street.

Elmo time!

Unfortunately, Sesame Street has altered its format for the new season and replace the "Elmo's World" segment with the "Elmo's Musical" segment.  Little Buddy is NOT a fan of the switch and, after watching the show with him, I concur.  I wish they wouldn't throw curve balls at toddlers; Little Buddy is bereft without his normal format.  And no more Dorothy?  Or Mr. Noodle?  It's like his whole world has shifted on its axis.  I can only imagine how unhappy he would be if something else devastating happened, like Al Roker left the Today Show.

Today I realized that Little Buddy's abdominal surgery is less than a week away.  I do not like it.  I know it's minor, I know it's outpatient, and I know it will be alright, but I still just don't like the idea of my baby having to be cut into for any reason.  I just can't wait until it's over and I won't have to worry anymore.  Well,  I won't have to worry about that.  I know I will still worry about everything else.

Good night,

LBM

Little Buddy's Momma