In alignment

I've been told by the parents of other special needs children that the year leading up to the start of school is a torturous and anxiety filled time for all. They spoke the truth. But...

Yesterday, I fell in love with a school for Willow. For once the stars seem to have aligned in our favour. Normally, there would not be a place available in a small private school this late in the game (Willow is due to start school in January 2008). Usually, all the places would have been filled over a year ago... but the school had a spare classroom and recently decided to start a new reception class. We are fortunate indeed. Today, I submitted an application for Willow - but I've been told that it is only a formality and that she has a place. I feel like a huge, heavy weight is easing and that very soon my heart will be a little lighter. I think Willow can sense my relief as well. She is thrilled to have a school of her very own (one that she will not have to share with her brother!)

And now I am off for a flutter on the fillies! (It is Melbourne Cup today here in Australia ... otherwise known as "the race that stops the nation".)