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Summer's Over: Back To School

Finally, Summer's over and the kids are back in school
I'm not a bad mother, but after driving through carpool,
I'll have seven hours, five days a week, spent in peace
No yelling, "Behave!"  In silence I'll find sweet release.

I'll no longer hear voices say, "Mom, what's for lunch?"
Please understand that I love my kiddies a whole bunch,
but they ran around all Summer long like an unruly tribe.
The opening of school is what my doctor would prescribe.

Then it dawned on me... the pitfalls of what that means.
Now I'll hear, "Mom, why didn't you wash my new jeans?"
I'm pretty darn sure that child has a closet full of clothes.
One more affliction added to the motherhood of woes.

Let me not forget that I'll still be driving them all around
to football practice, and drama rehearsals, I'll be bound.
No time for them to snack at home before we must leave,
another burden we mom's bear that kids do not perceive.

I admit that they're growing too fast and soon I'll be alone
Then I will miss them dearly and I will bellyache and moan,
wishing I'd spent more time with my children every day.
I hope I'll not be the only mother who will feel this way.


 
August 28, 2022
Back to School Contest
Sponsor: Francine Roberts

Copyright © Jenna Logan | Year Posted 2022

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John Watt Date: 9/21/2022 9:50:00 PM The travails of the woebegone mom of school age kids are many... you have mentioned so many in your lighthearted way. Yes, once they fly the coop comes empty nest syndrome. Really enjoyed this Jenna, congrats on your worthy win ~ John Login to Reply Jenna Logan Date: 9/22/2022 4:55:00 AM Many thanks, John. I can only imagine.

Ann Peck Date: 9/21/2022 3:15:00 PM You're definitely not the only mother to feel that way, and yes, you will later long for these days again. But boy, is it ever a relief when they go back to school! Loved your poem. Congratulations on your win! Login to Reply Jenna Logan Date: 9/21/2022 3:19:00 PM I have no kiddies in school, just a good imagination. Thanks, Ann.

Linda Alice Fowler Date: 9/21/2022 6:33:00 AM Back with big congratulations on your win Jenna! Linda Login to Reply Jenna Logan Date: 9/21/2022 3:18:00 PM Thank you, Linda.

Terry Flood Date: 9/21/2022 2:18:00 AM Locking those darling little cherubs in their bedrooms will keep them from under your feet and also ensure that they’ll never leave. Win, win! I mean… it never did me any harm… just ask the warden! Congrats on your win, Jenna. Login to Reply Jenna Logan Date: 9/21/2022 5:57:00 AM I won't even ask about your time. haha Terry. I don't have little darlings. Thanks!

Christuraj Alex Date: 9/20/2022 7:32:00 PM Many mothers feel the same, indeed! Great work. Congratulations! Login to Reply Jenna Logan Date: 9/21/2022 5:57:00 AM I don't have kids but can only imagine. Thank you, Chris.

Caren Krutsinger Date: 9/3/2022 8:25:00 PM This part of your life comes so fast, you are wise to drive them around now as much as possible "I admit that they're growing too fast and soon I'll be alone Then I will miss them dearly and I will bellyache and moan," Login to Reply Jenna Logan Date: 9/4/2022 5:51:00 AM You've been busy reading me and leaving great comments. Thanks a lot, Caren.

Mark Koplin Date: 8/30/2022 1:36:00 PM I absolutely love this! Great rhythm and flow, and it sparks up some memories. Login to Reply Jenna Logan Date: 8/30/2022 2:22:00 PM Glad to have open a door to your memories. thanks, Mark.

Linda Alice Fowler Date: 8/30/2022 9:04:00 AM Very clever and a great accompanying pic Jenna. A mother's work is never done! All best for the contest! Linda Login to Reply Jenna Logan Date: 8/30/2022 10:25:00 AM Thank you very much for both, Linda.

Mike Gentile Date: 8/30/2022 5:11:00 AM I'm sure that your are not the only mom to have these thoughts Jenna and you are insightful to include in your write, how you already know you will miss the early days, when they are over! You will have the great memories though!! ( your kids will too) Love your rhymes!! Sounds like you are a great mom! Happy Tuesday xxoo Login to Reply Jenna Logan Date: 8/30/2022 10:25:00 AM I can only imagine that's what it would be like if I had children ready for school. Thanks so much for liking this one, Mike.

David Kavanagh Date: 8/29/2022 10:48:00 AM No latchkey kids here Jenna, Mom certainly has her hands full, why is it they always want the new jean’s washed and pressed, your right most kids don’t see or understand the burden parents are under, I think my mother used to count the days til we were back in school, a great one for the contest, cheers David Login to Reply Jenna Logan Date: 8/30/2022 4:33:00 AM Thanks so much, David. I hope all is well with you today.

Michael Tor Date: 8/28/2022 8:51:00 PM Love this Jenna. I am sure so many can relate to this. Enjoyed very much to read. A fine entry for the contest... Login to Reply Jenna Logan Date: 8/29/2022 4:00:00 AM Thanks a lot for enjoying this one, Michael.

Tom Cunningham Date: 8/28/2022 12:40:00 PM I used to hate it when I was a kid going back after the summer break, thought holidays would last forever, still didn't do me any harm, I didn't turn out an idiot lol. Tom Login to Reply Jenna Logan Date: 8/29/2022 4:00:00 AM I didn't mind going back to school. You may be eligible to be called many things (all nice of course) but an idiot would never be one of them. Thank you, Tom.

L Milton Hankins Date: 8/28/2022 11:37:00 AM Good one, Jenna. I'm sure you have reflected the feelings of many a mother when school commences. Very fine writing, as usual. Good luck in the contest. Login to Reply Jenna Logan Date: 8/29/2022 3:58:00 AM Imagination in overdrive for this one? Thanks so much, Milt.