First time in day care

Maya never fails to surprise me, most of the time in a good way Yesterday I took her to play in the day care she will be joining from next week. I had been so worried for the past three months about this day because I didn’t want her to feel as if I am leaving her with strangers. I think for the past three months, most of them who interact with me, not necessarily my friends, will be aware that she is starting day care and how worried I am about it. And I spoke to all my friends who send their kids to day care and inspite of all the reassurance, I was so apprehensive and scared. But she proved me wrong and am I so glad she did it. When we went in, she started playing on her own and was initially a bit shy to talk to the care taker. Then in a few minutes, she started moving around with other kids and playing with them. I sneaked away, went in after 10 minutes for the first time and later half an hour and realized that she actually enjoyed the company of other kids. She drew a sketch and was actually instructing other kids how to draw. I felt so proud and happy and was glad that I was wrong. When I tried to leave, she wouldn’t come with me. I threatened her that I am leaving and she asked me to take the car and go and she will stay there. I finally had to bribe her with a chocolate to leave from the day care. I was so happy and at the same time praying that she does the same on Tuesday. It’s kind of a weird feeling, knowing that your daughter is growing up and no more that small baby who cries the moment you are out of sight, but at the same time peace of mind when you leave your child with strangers knowing that she is actually doing well….Thank God for my miracle Maya….she makes me proud by everything she does….