This is the day I've waited 12 years for. Well, not exactly, I've enjoyed every bit of time I've had with each my kids at home. But after today, I'm a free woman and I get part of my life back. David wants to know what I'll be doing for 6 whole hours of quiet. I can't even imagine that. I'm sure I'll start thinking about the kids and missing them, but then again, that feeling will go away as soon as I dive into all my work! I know the day will go by quickly. It's beautiful out...sunny and warm. Supposed to get up to 78 and be nice all week. What more could you ask for!?
Dillon stood out front for his obligatory "first day of school" photo. Not too excited and a little embarrassed, since some kids were across the street at the bus stop already. We prayed together and off he went.
I drove Victoria and parked a little ways because it was crowded and crazy. We walked to her class and again, it was neat to see everyone and chat with some of the moms. The FDoS is definitely an exciting time...for kids and moms! We took a couple of photos and then went to a corner and said a prayer. Victoria's eyes started to water a bit, but she didn't cry. Although she's been looking forward to this day all summer (just about), at that moment, she was experiencing separation anxiety. She did not appreciate me telling all the other moms that "I'll be a free woman", rather, I should say, "I'm going to miss my baby"...is what she said to me. I think in a few minutes, she'll forget all about me and enjoy her day!
6 hours later...
Both kids are home from their first day and Victoria told me all sorts of neat things about her day. Dillon, I had to pry every bit of info from him! That’s the difference between boys and girls, I guess.
Victoria loves her class and everything about it. They have so much more freedom and opportunity compared to kinder, and she feels very grown up. She thought the neatest thing was, you could go to the bathroom whenever you needed to, but you have to get the stuffed bear, put it on your desk and grab the pass, so the teacher knows where you’re at. She was amazed they didn’t have to ask. And the second neatest thing was when they gather on the carpet, she said you could sit anyway you want to; on your knees, side-ways, etc. You’re not just limited to criss-cross applesauce. She was thrilled about that! Isn’t it funny what things made the hugest impressions on their little minds?!
Dillon was very happy to learn he has close friends in each of his classes, unlike what he originally thought. Apparently some of the schedules changed. So, there you have it. We made it through the first day! It sounded great!
Today is also Kelda's 39th birthday. Since we have church tonight, we'll probably not doing anything, but maybe this weekend.
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