September was a month of changes

@nela13 (55698)
Portugal
October 8, 2018 7:56am CST
September was a month of change for my children, both were finalist at school in June. My daughter finished kindergarten while my son finished the primary school, so both have new schools now, my daughter is in the first grade and my son is in a bigger school now that he is in the 5th grade. All children react differently in adapting to a new phase, my son was very enthusiastic while my daughter was a little anxious, both took some time to adapt to the change and to the new routine in their lives. Although the classes started the same day and in different schools, I organized myself so that I could take them both to school on the first day of classes. I tried not to show my anxiety for leaving them alone in a new school, but inside I was more nervous and anxious than they were. I have talked with them a lot, I help with their homework and I do not miss school meetings, I try to accompany them and always be present, especially in the moments that are most striking in their lives and now that three weeks have passed, I see them happy and totally integrated in the new schools. It was a good beginning Do you have kids or grandkids in a new school this year? Picture: my kids in June when they were finalists
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@LadyDuck (458007)
• Switzerland
8 Oct 18
I am sure that they were less anxious than you were. I hope they are enjoying their new school.
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@nela13 (55698)
• Portugal
8 Oct 18
Oh Yes, I know I was more anxious than them Both are loving their new schools and already have new friends.
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@LadyDuck (458007)
• Switzerland
8 Oct 18
@nela13 Kids are quick to make new friends. I am glad they like their new school.
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@nela13 (55698)
• Portugal
8 Oct 18
@LadyDuck making new friends is so easy for children.
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@ridingbet (66857)
• Philippines
12 Oct 18
since my son is my only kid, i am hands-on to him.
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@ridingbet (66857)
• Philippines
14 Oct 18
@nela13 my son is 26 years old now.
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@nela13 (55698)
• Portugal
15 Oct 18
@ridingbet Our children are always our babies, no matter their age, right?
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@nela13 (55698)
• Portugal
13 Oct 18
How old is your son?
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@DianneN (246720)
• United States
9 Oct 18
That's what a good parent does, and you are doing such a terrific job of it! Congratulations to them both, too! My granddaughter is also in the fifth grade. She applied and was accepted at a new school, too. She was nervous, so she visited the school and met her teacher in advance, and also had lunch with a girl who attends that school before school began. After her first day, she gave it the thumbs up. She made new friends and loves her teacher. We all want our kids and grandkids to be happy and healthy for life! Wishing yours a wonderful school year ahead!
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@DianneN (246720)
• United States
11 Oct 18
@nela13 Thank you! Your kids are so cute!!!!
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@nela13 (55698)
• Portugal
10 Oct 18
Glad that your granddaughter is doing well in her new school too, it feels so good when we see them happy Wish her a great school year too
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@nela13 (55698)
• Portugal
13 Oct 18
@DianneN Ohh, Thank you
@JudyEv (325759)
• Rockingham, Australia
8 Oct 18
It must be hard for little children having to start at a new school. I'm glad you were able to accompany them both.
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@nela13 (55698)
• Portugal
8 Oct 18
I think I was more anxious than they, I do my best to be with them.
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@JudyEv (325759)
• Rockingham, Australia
9 Oct 18
@nela13 When my youngest went off to kindergarten he couldn't get there quick enough. It was me that was in tears.
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@nela13 (55698)
• Portugal
9 Oct 18
@JudyEv When they go to the kindergarten for the first time I think it is the worst because they are so young.
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@Hannihar (129453)
• Israel
10 Oct 18
@nela13 Being there for them helps a lot I am sure. It is hard to adapt to something new. I find it hard for me too and I am Senior Citizen.
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@Hannihar (129453)
• Israel
11 Oct 18
@nela13 You are probably right there. Animals can also adapt. I know when I had my dog and cat and we moved a lot they adapted to each place we lived in.
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@nela13 (55698)
• Portugal
10 Oct 18
Children have an amazing capacity to adapt to new environments easily, sometimes better than us adults.
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@nela13 (55698)
• Portugal
11 Oct 18
@Hannihar Yes, animals also have that capacity.
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@debjani1 (7207)
8 Oct 18
Very good. They get lots of friends in the school .Happy days on schools.
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@nela13 (55698)
• Portugal
8 Oct 18
Yes, they have many new friends.
@nela13 (55698)
• Portugal
9 Oct 18
@debjani1 I am more relaxed now that I see them well integrated.
@debjani1 (7207)
9 Oct 18
@nela13 then they will love their school for sure.
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@kaka135 (14916)
• Malaysia
9 Oct 18
It's always nice to see the kids growing, especially stepping in another new stage in their life. So do the primary school in your country start from grade 1 to grade 4, then the students have to go to another higher school? Here, our primary school is from grade 1 to 6. My kids are not in new school, as I am homeschooling them, so they are at home all the time. But my second child is going to start her formal education which is grade 1 soon - when she turns 7 next year. Your kids are so sweet. The big boy helped the younger sister.
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@nela13 (55698)
• Portugal
10 Oct 18
It is good that the primary in your country is until the 6th grade, children are bigger when they move to another school. It is so nice that you are homeshooling your children
@snowy22315 (169940)
• United States
11 Oct 18
I do not. I wish there were some kids in the family. It is always fun.
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@nela13 (55698)
• Portugal
11 Oct 18
That is true kids are the happiness
@dodo19 (47050)
• Beaconsfield, Quebec
8 Oct 18
That's definitely the change. It was a big year for my second, as she was starting kindergarten. So, now, my girls are in Grade 1 and kindergarten.
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@dodo19 (47050)
• Beaconsfield, Quebec
10 Oct 18
@nela13 They are doing alright. My second did need some time to adjust, as she's more reserved and shy. My eldest always loved school. So, she's doing okay.
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@nela13 (55698)
• Portugal
8 Oct 18
That is great! How are they doing?
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@nela13 (55698)
• Portugal
11 Oct 18
@dodo19 Children are different, i am glad that they are doing well
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@sol_cee (38223)
• Philippines
11 Oct 18
What does ‘finalist at school’ mean?
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@nela13 (55698)
• Portugal
11 Oct 18
It means that my little girl finished the kindergarten and my son finished his primary school
@just4him (306113)
• Green Bay, Wisconsin
8 Oct 18
Nice picture of your children. Congratulations to them graduating and starting new schools. I'm glad they're doing well.
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@just4him (306113)
• Green Bay, Wisconsin
8 Oct 18
@nela13 I'm glad they did.
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@nela13 (55698)
• Portugal
8 Oct 18
Thank you, I was nervous with this change but they adapted very well.
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@FayeHazel (40248)
• United States
9 Oct 18
No kids here Very cute children! I hope that they did great at their new schools
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@nela13 (55698)
• Portugal
10 Oct 18
Thank you, they are doing well so far and I hope it continuous that way
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@FayeHazel (40248)
• United States
11 Oct 18
@nela13 Good to hear that they're off to a good start
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@Courage7 (19633)
• United States
9 Oct 18
Nothing to do with school anymore for me my friend My son is grown now only one son that is all. But will be moving soon to a new place. Happy October to you and children.
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@nela13 (55698)
• Portugal
9 Oct 18
If you son is moving to another place that is a big change too. All the best for you and your family.
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@nela13 (55698)
• Portugal
10 Oct 18
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@Courage7 (19633)
• United States
9 Oct 18
@nela13 Thanks so much my friend. We both are moving a lot of work to do haha
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@CarolDM (203454)
• Nashville, Tennessee
9 Oct 18
No kids here unfortunately savor the moments you have with your children.
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@nela13 (55698)
• Portugal
10 Oct 18
All the moments with them are precious and sometimes I wish I had more time to be with them.
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@CarolDM (203454)
• Nashville, Tennessee
10 Oct 18
@nela13 Yes indeed I wish had children and grandchildren.
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@amadeo (111948)
• United States
8 Oct 18
Very nice photo of your children.I do wish them well in the new school year.
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@nela13 (55698)
• Portugal
8 Oct 18
Thank you Alfredo
@Icydoll (36717)
• India
8 Oct 18
Very lovely kids ...cute picture.. I wish them all the best for schooling :)
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@nela13 (55698)
• Portugal
8 Oct 18
Thank you
@NormanDarlo (1071)
• Ireland
8 Oct 18
You are a good mother, Manuela! You realise how important it is to be there with support when it is need during those tender years :)
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@nela13 (55698)
• Portugal
8 Oct 18
Thank you Norman, I do what I can and they are the number in my priorities.
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