First day of school

Today was the 1st day of school and I couldn't help but notice how big my son is getting. He's making important decisions for himself.

* What to eat for breakfast
* Which clothes and shoes to wear
* Which materials to put inside his backpack
* What to take for lunch

I don't think he needs me and he's only eight. He was more prepared for the 1st day of school than I was. I must say that this year I strategically shopped for clothes and shoes, but I didn't buy any school supplies.

Yes, ladies and gentlemen. You heard me. My son spend the first day of school without new school supplies. In addition, I didn't let him wear any new clothes.

I know...bad mommy.

Let's go back to the school supplies. Each year I grab the list at Walmart and Office Depot and purchase each item that's grade appropriate. Upon the first day of school I realize that his teacher has created her own list.

See. Now I have to return to the store and purchase the items from her list. Since I try to be extremely prepared I purchase the original items so far in advance that I "lose" the receipt. I can't return or exchange the items.

Do you see my dilemma? I am throwing money away.

My son didn't mind not wearing any new outfits today. He was actually happy. Once everyone else "new clothes" wear out he can then present himself like a shining star.

The morale of the story is mom learned a valuable lesson. I will continue to wait until the 1st day of school to go shopping supplies.

Be inspired,
Bahiyah Shabazz