We have been blogging for years, seven if I am correct. I suspect that my thoughts tonight have already been reflected in a prior year’s blog. That said, I am risking a “repeat” because when you all read this, it will be the first day of school. That may not be true in all school districts, but it is in ours out here in Nassau County on LI. This “night before school” is a little melancholy for me as it is the first day of two lasts.

My oldest starts her senior year in high school tomorrow. This time next year, I will undoubtedly be seeking Rona’s advice about how to get through sending her off to college – particularly since Rona has now done this four times.

And my youngest starts his last year in middle school tomorrow. This time next year we will be readying for his first day of high school, an eventuality which is hard for me to comprehend.

Someone (probably my mother) told me many years ago to pay attention to every minute of every day because they move so quickly. I have always tried to listen to that advice. But I have to say, looking backwards from today’s vantage point, I am not sure that I have always succeeded.

Wishing my children, and all of yours, a successful and rewarding school year filled with much learning and fun.