How it's even possible that the kids went back to school today and a whole summer of fun is behind us, is BEYOND ME. Were we not just celebrating the ridiculous end to reading logs & nightly math sheets, and oh crap you have a spelling test today -- let's study on the way to school!!! But here we are, and thank the good Lord these kids were excited and happy to head back -- as was momma!
Emmalyn, today you started Kindergarten. Child, I have no idea how this is even happening right now. Your 5 years on this earth have by far been the FASTEST yet....and to see you proudly stand and hold your K sign today for pictures....kind of broke my heart a little bit.
I can remember Colton going to Kindergarten, and I was raging with emotion. Granted, Keaton was fresh & new, and that likely had something to do with it, but the uncertainty of what K held, played into my anxiety with Colton. With you, I feel like I know K, I know what to expect, and what's expected of us. I was able to accurately tell you what to expect (with the help of your big brother) and hopefully help build a confidence in you, that I wasn't able to for Colton. You were so excited this morning, no sense of uneasy at all....until we got to school. As we walked up the side walk hand in hand, chatting with Colton along the way, I felt your little grip get just a touch tighter, and you never let go, until we got into the classroom. You bravely walked to your Cubby just as Mrs. Jenkin's instructed, then found your seat. You saw tears from your classmates, yet you held it together. You gave me strength to hold it together. I snapped one last pic, kissed your sweet face and wished you well. And thanks to you -- I walked out of that school, feeling confident that both of my kiddos were off to a great start! I was only mildly worried that you'd some how get marker, ketchup, paint or something stainworthy on that all white dress. You and white haven't always been "pals"....to say the least! :) But you looked so darn cute, I couldn't tell you no! It was fun to see you and Madi in your sweet dresses, and I'm anxious for the fun you two will share this year! How fun to have your cousin in class with you!
Colton, you were a breeze this morning! You came downstairs happy and dressed in your proper tall black socks, long past your knees kahki shorts & bright orange shirt. You helped wake up Keaton while I did Em's hair, and you ate breakfast. You complained a bit of a tummy ache, but I'm now convinced (hopefully) that you just are the type of kid who has a nervous stomach. You walked down your hallway while I walked Em to her room, and didn't even look back. I snuck down to grab a quick pic and you smiled and went on your way! I'm so appreciative that you love school!
Kids - you've got a fun year ahead of you -- and together we'll tackle math sheets, reading logs, writing projects & special parties at school. We'll have a great year and I'm anxious to see your little minds continue to blossom! Cheers to a great school year!
Emmalyn, today you started Kindergarten. Child, I have no idea how this is even happening right now. Your 5 years on this earth have by far been the FASTEST yet....and to see you proudly stand and hold your K sign today for pictures....kind of broke my heart a little bit.
I can remember Colton going to Kindergarten, and I was raging with emotion. Granted, Keaton was fresh & new, and that likely had something to do with it, but the uncertainty of what K held, played into my anxiety with Colton. With you, I feel like I know K, I know what to expect, and what's expected of us. I was able to accurately tell you what to expect (with the help of your big brother) and hopefully help build a confidence in you, that I wasn't able to for Colton. You were so excited this morning, no sense of uneasy at all....until we got to school. As we walked up the side walk hand in hand, chatting with Colton along the way, I felt your little grip get just a touch tighter, and you never let go, until we got into the classroom. You bravely walked to your Cubby just as Mrs. Jenkin's instructed, then found your seat. You saw tears from your classmates, yet you held it together. You gave me strength to hold it together. I snapped one last pic, kissed your sweet face and wished you well. And thanks to you -- I walked out of that school, feeling confident that both of my kiddos were off to a great start! I was only mildly worried that you'd some how get marker, ketchup, paint or something stainworthy on that all white dress. You and white haven't always been "pals"....to say the least! :) But you looked so darn cute, I couldn't tell you no! It was fun to see you and Madi in your sweet dresses, and I'm anxious for the fun you two will share this year! How fun to have your cousin in class with you!
Colton, you were a breeze this morning! You came downstairs happy and dressed in your proper tall black socks, long past your knees kahki shorts & bright orange shirt. You helped wake up Keaton while I did Em's hair, and you ate breakfast. You complained a bit of a tummy ache, but I'm now convinced (hopefully) that you just are the type of kid who has a nervous stomach. You walked down your hallway while I walked Em to her room, and didn't even look back. I snuck down to grab a quick pic and you smiled and went on your way! I'm so appreciative that you love school!
Kids - you've got a fun year ahead of you -- and together we'll tackle math sheets, reading logs, writing projects & special parties at school. We'll have a great year and I'm anxious to see your little minds continue to blossom! Cheers to a great school year!
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