5 years ago my son was a freshman, Lo was 9 and I was a single mama. I'd wake them up at 5:45 make Lo a quick breakfast they'd get ready in record time and out the door at 6:05. I dropped her off at "Helens" (a lifesaver to us early morning working moms) She graciously let Lo come in before school, be a "helper" and lead the littler kids to school a short walk away. My son went to the hospital and helped open up shop, get breakfast have a coffee and walk to school, I loved that time with him.
Things have changed a lot since then, but now Lo is working for an hour before school with me. Sure Rick could take her to school, but truthfully I enjoy time. I've been at this job since the kids were 1 and 6, I miss a lot of before school mornings.
Lo gets up at 5:20 to get ready, we are out the door by 6:10 and working by 6:20. I will cherish this year and time with her, for I know just how fast it will go.
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