This year was the first I have ever heard the term “Maycember”. Who knew just how fitting this term would be. And, now that it’s June, I look back on just how much chaos my family and I survived…

I don’t know about all of you, but I actually feel this time of year is worse than the holiday season – hard to imagine, I know! But with spring sports in full swing, then we add end of the year concerts, art shows, Mother’s Day, and 5 birthdays – yep, 5! To top it all off, there have been lots of end of the year projects to keep kids from just slacking off, year end field trips, field day, Keystone exams, SAT’s and graduation – whether from high school (or attending parties for friends who are graduating) or “move-up” ceremonies. Where’s the wine!?!

However, with the end of the school year there is a new feeling I’m experiencing that is very hard to explain. It lies somewhere between excitement and dread. You see, next year my oldest will be a senior. I am so excited for him to begin preparing for the next part of his life’s journey, but I also know that soon I will be experiencing a lot of first “lasts”. So bear with me as over the course of this next year I end up being an emotional roller coaster. For now, I’m going to enjoy the time that’s left and take a breath after this past Maycember….next year…oy vey! Please check in on me then to make sure I’m still standing!