Last Monday, June 30th, was Sofia's official last day of daycare/preschool. I think I was more apprehensive about Sofia's transition than she was. I knew she would be happier at home with me of course but I thought she might have a hard time with the transition and leaving her friends. Apparently I was mistaken. She's really enjoyed being at home with me, having quiet couch potato days, outdoor swim days, shopping days, and even a back to school field trip day like yesterday at the Museum of Natural History.
Her friend Devin was probably the saddest to see her go. Sofia responded with typical indifference (yes, this genetic trait passed fully unmutated from father to daughter). She saved her emotions for a more appropriate time such as when she's deeply insulted by being given the wrong color sippy cup.
Sofia is really enjoying spending more free play time with Marcelo and I think this will make a world of difference giving them an opportunity to bond more with each other. She loves doing pretend play for hours, as well as a new interest in TV, and a renewed interest in swimming tirelessly. We've had some make-up gym classes and going more frequently has helped her social issues in class. She's enjoying class more and now acts like a monkey hanging off counters and climbing things everywhere we go. In the fall, I think we'll make a more concerted effort in more preschool activities again. So glad to be home.
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