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I just posted a cute photo of Max as we are about to get in the car for school! Max is almost 2 1/2 years old and I put him in a toddler program to start him with socializing and getting used to how school is and he loves it! Max and I took some classes over the summer there together, so he would get used to the place, get to know the teachers and feel safe there, but I had never left him there. He did so great over the summer. So, the week after Labor Day, the time came and we were told the band aid method was the best by the school. Just a quick kiss and go!  So, the first day, Steve and I went there prepared for a melt down, begging not to be left...only to have Max run into the school so excited and dart away from us, like don't let the door hit you on the way out! LOL -  So, shocked...we left. Day two (he only goes 2 mornings a week) as Max and I pulled up, I could see him getting nervous. Once we got in the door, the melt down began. The begging not to be left. I think he realized, oh wait, you leave me here! I felt so bad, (but kind of happy that he wanted me, hee hee, sick right!) the teacher, said just kiss him and go, he will be fine. And of course he was, I think I was more traumatized. It only took about two weeks, each time a bit better. Yesterday, he ran in, turned to me, and said "BYE!!!" and took off. So, I guess he is officially a big boy now! Max is doing great and the school has been very accommodating to Max's needs (that he may need more physical assistance, get tired and need a break, and understand his food needs/issues and working with us on it) So, it has been such a great experience so far and we can't wait to see how he grows and changes with this experience with school, kids, music etc...I was told on Tuesday that Max won best dancer and that he is in love with the guitar! Go Max! :) We just love you so much.