The first day of kindergarten can be an emotional rollercoaster for parents. But when it comes to the first day of school in the years that follow? Well, that’s a whole different ball game.
If you’ve ever sent your little one off to their very first day of kindergarten, you can probably relate to those bittersweet feelings. It’s tough to watch your baby transition into a “big kid,” and letting go can tug at your heartstrings. However, once you’ve made it through that milestone, every first day of school afterward feels like a walk in the park.
A hilarious mom, Lisa Henderson, recently shared a comical video on her blog, Laughing with Lisa, that perfectly captures this transformation. The video juxtaposes her emotional breakdown during her child’s first day of kindergarten with the carefree vibe of subsequent school years.
In her video, Lisa starts off dramatically, wailing, “He’s so not ready! I need to rescue him!” She lists off all the things he might not know, exclaiming, “He’s only 5!” and frets over whether his new teacher will understand that he requires “14 hugs every 45 seconds!” These genuine concerns resonate with any parent facing this pivotal moment.
As the video progresses, Lisa’s demeanor shifts entirely for every first day after kindergarten. Sporting a well-put-together look, she cranks up George Michael’s “Freedom” as she drives away from school. She even answers her phone to make plans for a manicure, a pedicure, and why not—let’s hit Vegas!
While the video may be an exaggeration, it holds a lot of truth. Parents universally experience anxiety when sending their little ones off to “real” school for the first time. Kindergarten is a significant milestone, and watching your child grow can be challenging.
You might find yourself in tears on the couch during those early days of kindergarten, but fast-forward a few years, and the scene changes dramatically. Those “big kids” will hop on the bus, and you might just do a little happy dance back to your quiet home. You love them dearly, but the worry about them feeling lost or lonely fades away. As summer ends and school begins anew, everything feels right in the world.
So, to all the first-time kindergarten parents out there—take heart! It truly does get easier, and we promise, like a whole lot easier.
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Summary: A humorous mom video highlights the emotional transition from the first day of kindergarten to subsequent school years. Parents experience a dramatic shift from anxiety to carefree joy in later years, making the process of letting go much easier.