Back to School - Again

Today was Alex's first day back at school without me "hovering" over him. He told me on the way there "Mommy, I love school" - it was great!

When we got to the class, he didn't even look back - just dove right in, and had a good time. He's back to his old self - which is bittersweet, since I know that once he starts his next round of Chemo, his energy will diminish, and my bundle of energy will be subdued for a while again.

I do know that it's just temporary - that the child I am seeing this week is his true self, and I am cherishing each of these moments as they come on this long journey.