And today I cried...

First day back to work. I was tired but the day went alright. It was even a bit fun seeing everyone again and getting my classroom ready. But then I got home. Past 6:00. After sitting in tons of traffic. Making dinner, feeding baby, washing diapers, bathing baby. And before I knew it, it was bedtime. 8:00 and I feel like I didn't even see him today. As I read him a few books before bed, I started to cry. His little body curled up on mine, "reading" his book outloud and pointing to the pictures, and my tears just flowed. I stared at his little feet and smelled his newly wash hair and cried. Oh, how he will grow this school year. He will learn new things, and I'll miss them. I really didn't know how hard it would be to go back. But I know that tomorrow will be better. I'm praying that tomorrow will be easier.

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Running Gear and Essentials?

Now that I'm starting to train for the half marathon, I would like your advice.  What do you make sure to have with you before you pound the pavement?  I would love personal recommendations on kinds of ear buds (over the ear or not, what brand) and anything else you think I need.  (So far, I have great shoes and a water bottle.)

THANKS!

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