And So it Begins

Applying to get your child into a preschool in Alexandria is a special kind of Hell. There are too few schools, too many kids and an application process that involves writing $60 checks and an ample amount of prayer. Charlotte took a tour with me this afternoon. We visited one of the five schools we're applying to for Harry. This one was in Old Town Alexandria. We like it a LOT. And so does everyone else. It was positively swarmed with moms (new moms, veteran moms, moms toting toddlers, pregnant moms, you get the picture). And each of us wrote a check on the way out. By my best estimate at least 200 applications were made today for no more than six or seven open spots. You do the math. The programs are just a few hours a week for two-year-olds. They learn shapes and colors, how to share....Sadly I think we have a better shot of winning Lotto than the preschool lotteries. Good thing we have finger paints at home.