And all around the Upper West Side parents are standing online in Fairway, Trader Joe’s, Zabar’s, Staples, Barnes & Noble, Stoopher & Boots, Urban Outfitters, Duane Reade and CVS, frantically getting ready for the first day of school. At least that is what if feels like. I swear the population in NYC has tripled since Monday! I have to admit even though I am no longer teaching, I still get nervous, a little anxious and excited at this time of year. Fall and the start of the school year always feel like a fresh new start, something to look forward to after a summer of relaxation and revitalization.
I have been spending the day getting organized- double checking start times and calendars, sorting school supplies, readying backpacks, tidying the apartment (or at least making sure the girls rooms are somewhat livable) and unpacking my Fresh Direct order so that I can prepare lunches. Yep, it is time to start making the dreaded lunches again. I am also feeling a bit nostalgic. It is our fifth September living here in NYC. Time sure does fly… I can’t believe the girls will be entering grades 4 and 7. Sometimes I just wish time would slow down and I could hold on to their youth for a wee bit longer!
Here is a pic of the ridiculous amount of school supplies needed for each of the girls as well as the boxes from my Fresh Direct order. Sigh… here we go! Wishing you all a wonderful September, fresh new exciting beginnings and success on wherever your adventure is taking you =)
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