We have finally decided it is time to put Ella in daycare. From birth until now, Ella has been so very well cared for by my mother and grandmother. Seeing that my sister is expecting her second child soon and there won't be room for three car seats in her car, we've decided that we ought to start looking. If we lived closer, or even in the same state for that matter, life would be easier, but that's just not the case. We absolutely love it here.
Well, it just so happens that a daycare slot from a close and reputable provider will have an opening in two weeks for a 1 year old. We went ahead and reserved the slot and Ella will officially be enrolled in daycare two weeks from now.
I'm sad that Ella won't get to spend as much time with her grandma, great grandma, grandpa, auntie, and cousin but we'll have to make it a point to get together often. They all, along with Erik of course, helped me raise her to the sweet girl she is today and I am so grateful for that. And, I look forward to them helping me continue to raise her! They are my village - as in it takes a village to raise a child.
It will however, save me about 2 hours of driving a day, which will give Erik and I more time to spend with her. The driving has always been worth it to me knowing that she's in excellent hands in a loving and nurturing environment.
It's bittersweet.
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Dear Ella,
ReplyDeleteIt is hard to believe you started daycare over a month ago - We sure do miss seeing you on a daily basis but we know it saves your mom & dad lots of driving time - With that extra time they are saving they now have more time to spend with you and we are so happy for that even though we miss you terribly - We love you so much today and always - Hugs and kisses are being sent your way
Love, Gramma & Grandpa xxxooo :-)