A Final Word on Resolutions...and Carpool

When asked to describe my 6 year old, Caitlin, I struggle to aptly describe her in words. I usually default to "she's a 30 year old trapped in a 6 year old's body." People smile and nod at my response but I can tell they don't really understand what I mean. And finally I have the perfect example to share...Caitlin's unique combination of New Year Resolutions (as told to her kindergarten teacher) are: to learn to drive a real car, and in the same breath, finally stop sucking her thumb. Yep, that's my kid! 

I can't resist sharing a carpool update.  For all of you who thought my previous rantings were over the top, I have been vindicated. The elementary school has completely revamped their process. I dropped Caitlin off in carpool yesterday.  Now that I don't have to worry about a small child being shoved in front of my car by their parent that didn't want to wait in carpool line,  it was a very civilized process. That is, until you actually leave the parking lot. During school hours there is not left turn allowed out of the school...would it surprise you to know there was a line four cars deep waiting to make illegal left turns? Why is it parents have such a hard time following rules?Oh well, at least the children are safe again!