Not my favorite part...

Being a parent for the most part has its joys and rewards, but today was a day that I wouldn't sign up for if I had a choice.
Today, was not one of my favorite days in being a parent;

First, Dan and I had to visit...

Yeah, that's right...the Principal's office.

I guess there is a first time for everything...this being my very first time having to go to the "Principal's office" that is.

I didn't like the feeling at all; I felt uncomfortable being in there, like I was the one who was in trouble, but that wasn't the case. We weren't going in for a "visit" because our child being the "bad" kid.

(And with that being said, I better NOT have to go back there because of my kid.)
Who would have thought that being in the 2nd grade, you would have to worry about bullies.

I understand that kids can be kids and for the most part, things are said to push buttons, but when someone threatens my child to the point of tears each morning and the anxiety of going to school, that is where I draw the line...Hence this morning's meeting with the principal.

Momma bear mode kicks in and things will get fixed!

So, with our meeting, we shared our feelings, told the principal that this will be fixed, and with him aware of the problem, a firm handshake and a promise to us that he will take care of the situation.

Done.

I feel like I was heard.

I feel that a child should feel safe at school and be able to learn without the feelings of being threaten.

I feel like I was a real parent who wants what is best for their child.

I feel like kids are too young and innocent to be mean in the 2nd grade, the world is already a mean place, lets not start in the 2nd grade.

I feel that being a parent is this situation isn't a fun one, but it's so important.

AND if that morning was emotional enough...

Carson and Cassie had to go into the doctor's office for the dreaded Kindergarten Shots!!!

Going to the doctor's isn't something I enjoy myself, but as a parent, it is so not one of my favorite things!

Everything was going well with the normal checkup.

They both are the exact height: 42.8 inches tall.

(that puts Cassie in the 75% for her ages AND puts Carson in the 25%)

Their weight is 45 lbs. for Cassie and an even 40 lbs. for Carson.

(Cassie has 5 lbs. on her brother; she can thank my side of the family for that one.)

They are both healthy with great vision and a all around great checkup.

Now, for those dreaded words...

SHOTS!

They each would get 4 and a finger prick as well.

Carson was brave, with no tears.

Cassie on the other hand was our drama queen.

$380.00 later

(and that is with a 25% discount because we paid in full)

This day has been full of emotions.

I went home with a headache.

Like I said, being a parent has it's joys and rewards....BUT today was not one of my favorite days as a parent.

Yes, my kids are healthy.

Yes, the problem with the bully will be fixed.

AND

Yes, I am lucky to have such good kids and that is what I need to remember on days like today!

Here's to a better day tomorrow...