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I know I'm not the only parent with mixed emotions about who: Septembct brings -â€" be it the first day of [K a bus ride away or uni- versity in another city, We may think it's the end of balmy summer days and that: relaxed pace that's making us feel a little melan- _choly (though. most of us. by now. are reallykee‘n forthe mum toaregular routine. even though it bn‘ngs sched» ules to juggle. carpools to organize andlunchesto make). And with the sense of pride and fulfillment that brings. - that's our fob as parents. after all. right? -- also comes a feeling of sadness. The truth is, in our hearts. we recognize as each new school year begins. our children are a step closer to growing up and leaving us. So I’m pretty sure as we pull away In the car after dropping off our son. I'll be pumping my fist in the air and wiping away tears at the same time. Elwin-INCH!!! lkbomKoU‘y Robert Lazurto Good luck. son, you'll do great mmsmmmdmmw Dunn-uncu- Nimle Hitch?! Duncan. Harry Bind