It really snuck (sneaked?) up on me, that's for sure! We were ready last night, after Father's Blessings and family prayer, and 10 hours of sleep for the little boys. Despite the fact that we forgot to set out clothes, (so I put his backpack and supplies and clothes out at 12:15 this morning,) we still had a yummy breakfast and got hair combed early enough to snap some pictures.
Growing up we'd always stand on 'the rock' in the side yard for our "First Day of School Pictures"...and since we don't have a rock, we opted for the front steps. Of course, Taylor and Kortlen had to be part of the excitement, too!
We walked Tanner to school and found a surprise when we got there - the teacher we thought would be teaching took a retired teacher's place in the 1st grade, so we are now the students of Mrs. Holten. She is really nice, new to the area, and I hope Tanner is on his best behavior for her! She has 25 students in both her morning and afternoon classes! That's a lot of 5 year old boys and girls...wow!
**Thank heavens for my mom...who brought me boxes of Kleenex's when I was sick last month...I totally forgot to buy some as part of the school supplies! Guess I'll just restock when I get to the store next time.
I tell you, I was more nervous than he was! "Would he be nice to the other kids? Would he be a friend? Would he raise his hand or just spurt everything out? Would he wait his turn? Would he cry when I left? Would I cry when I left?" He did great, and it didn't even phase him when I walked out the door.
Lucky for me, I was able to step outside my comfort zone and become buddies with a few of the moms there...I'm really excited (the two I met also had boys) to know some of the parents, and we had a very nice visit waiting for our boys to come out the front doors after class.
He is so ready for this. I am also ready for this. I have a feeling it's going to be a GREAT year!!!
I think that even Taylor is ready for this. :)
6 comments:
What handsome little guys you have. It is hard leaving them for the first day.
He looks so handsome in his school clothes! Looks like he's going to do great. I can't believe he and Kate are old enough for this. CRAZY!
Can't believe this is really happening to us. We are sure getting old!
How handsome {and grown up} he looks sitting at his desk! I really can't believe how big our boys are! Parker starts school next week---and, looking at these pictures, I can honestly say I don't think I'm ready! He's ready...I'm not sure I am! Hahaha!
Its amazing how fast they grow! Mine is a first grader and is gone all day!!!
He looks so handsome and grown up. So crazy. Such an exciting time and such cute boys! I love Kortlens folded little arms, adorable.
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